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Internal Auditor

Canonical
Location
Home Based - Americas; Home based - EMEA; Office Based - London, UK
Posted
11 days ago
Department
Operations
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Exceptional academic track record from both high school and university
  • Undergraduate degree in business, finance, economics, technology or other quantitative field
  • Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent)
  • Prior experience in an internal audit function
  • Confidence to respectfully speak up, exchange feedback, hold colleagues accountable, and share ideas without hesitation
  • Track record of going above-and-beyond expectations to achieve outstanding results
Nice to have
  • Leadership ability
  • Software or tech industry experience
  • Public company finance and reporting experience
What the job really is

The Internal Auditor role at Canonical involves building and managing the internal audit function for multiple corporate entities across various countries. The position requires designing audit processes, conducting audits, evaluating policies, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance risk management. Reporting directly to the CFO, the auditor will also provide insights to senior leadership and ensure compliance with global standards.

Benefits
  • Performance-driven annual bonus or commission
  • Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
  • Bi-annual compensation review
  • Company recognition rewards
  • 40 days annual leave per annum, including public holidays and All Company holiday periods
  • Maternity and paternity leave
Things to weigh
  • Remote work option available but requires international travel 2-4 times a year for company events
  • The role emphasizes building the audit function from scratch, which may involve significant initial challenges
  • The company has high expectations of all colleagues, which may lead to a demanding work environment
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Freshness5/5
Career value4/5
Role clarity4/5
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