Description In response to client demand and evolving audit standards, Moore Kingston Smith is looking for an Assistant Manager to join our client-facing IT Assurance team.
A significant portion of the team's responsibilities involves the provision of opinions regarding the underlying risks within the financial reporting process in accordance with ISA 315 and other regulatory frameworks.
Additionally, the team provides support for other IT Assurance services, such as SOC 1 & 2, outsourced internal audit (Cyber & ITGCs) , and other attestation services.
As an Assistant Manager, this includes understanding, assessing, and evaluating an audited entity's IT systems and processes, risks, general controls and application controls.
This work is often delivered part of the external integrated audit engagements, working alongside MKS's innovative AI and data analytics team to leverage the power of technology to drive audit efficiency and effectiveness.
IT Assurance is a growing service within MKS, and for the right candidate this offers opportunity for rapid career progression as we grow the service into a best-in-class offering to our clients.
Key Responsibilities Plan, manage and deliver a diverse range of IT Consulting and Assurance projects, including IT External Audit Support (ISA315), SOC 1/SOC 2 engagements, IT Internal Audit, Regulatory Reviews, and operational resilience evaluations.
Assist Finance Auditors and Partners in determining client financial data flows and identifying key automated controls for testing in order to provide assurance regarding the overall audit.
Working on your own or leading a team of auditors on engagements to ensure the completion of audit working papers and delivery in accordance with MKS audit standards.
Planning and developing the IT audit scope and, accordingly, prepare and execute appropriate test procedures for client engagements Analysing Technology risks associated with IT processes and assess the effectiveness of the internal control systems within the financial statement audit.
Drafting articulate and comprehensive audit findings and reports highlighting control weaknesses, associated risks and practical recommendations for the client management team's consideration.
Assisting in the ongoing development and improvement of IT Assurance methodologies and functions.
Conducting risk assessments to identify potential IT-related issues.
Fostering internal knowledge sharing with the IT Assurance Team, as well as supporting the delivery of awareness and technical training sessions to our key stakeholders.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise Excellent communication skills with people at different levels of seniority and ability to build relationships with audit engagement teams.
Proven experience in delivering IT audits in an environment where multiple client engagements take place concurrently.
A good understanding of technology platforms, including business systems (e.g.
ERP systems, CRM systems, Financial Reporting systems) and underlying IT infrastructure components (e.g.
operating systems, databases, data networks, Cloud-based systems) Interest and understanding of IT risks and internal controls across a broad range of industries and IT architectures.
Competent reporting and presentation skills.
Experience in delivering work within tight timescales, to budget and to a high level of quality.
Experience of working as part of a team, as well as standalone.
Experience of testing IT General Controls (ITGC) and IT Application Controls (ITAC).
Experience in carrying out SOC1 and/ SOC2, ISO 27001 attestations will be beneficial.
Industry recognised qualifications such as CISA or equivalent will be beneficial.
Job Benefits Salary Reviews: Twice a year to recognise your contributions.
Generous Annual Leave: Enjoy 25 days plus three days off at Christmas.
Flexible Working: We're committed to a positive work-life balance, offering a hybrid working policy that prioritises your well-being and flexibility.
Comprehensive Wellbeing Support: Access to Digicare+, Employee Assistance Programme, and more!
Private Medical Insurance Professional Subscriptions: Invest in your growth and development.
Inclusive Employer: Be part of a diverse team with equity, inclusion, and flexibility at the core At Moore Kingston Smith, we believe in the potential of people to make a positive impact, fuelled by the power of genuine understanding.
Working with small, medium and large clients, we are a multi-disciplinary advisory, tax and audit firm with expertise across multiple sectors, uniquely positioned to help people realise their ambitions.
Our London and regional teams deliver quality results locally and nationally, and worldwide alongside the Moore Global network.
Through respect, collaboration and active listening, understanding is at the heart of everything we do with our clients, colleagues and communities.
We value people and projects that promote positive change for the future.
Come and join us to make a difference.