Join us at Greene King the country's leading pub company and brewer, where our mission is to pour happiness into lives and become the pride of great British hospitality. We have something special, deeply rooted in our 220-year brewing and pub history, creating the business we are proudly known for today. Still today our 39,000 strong team are the guardians of what’s wholly British, the pub experience.
Job DescriptionTo act as an independent assurance function within Greene King. Ensuring confidentiality and integrity as a third line assurance function providing assurance to the Executive Board.
The aim of the role is to conduct risk based third line audits across all areas of Greene King to establish where good practice exists and controls are effective or where there are weaknesses that need addressing. To support less experienced auditors and build the reputation of the internal audit function providing quality, insight and value to Greene King
Your role as Internal Audit Manager
- Member of the Head Office Internal Audit Team.
- Supports the Head of IA in development of IA capability including training/mentoring junior Auditors
- Supports the Head of IA to mature the IA capability through improved methodology and high quality Auditing including providing independent advice on best practice to the business
- Work closely with all stakeholders within Greene King including Executive and SLT
- Delivery of the Audit Plan including the development of a test plan, liaison with auditees, agreeing findings and actions and conducting formal close out meetings.
- Supporting junior auditors in Audit delivery including quality checks on all elements of the audit process
- Carry out independent appraisals of the effectiveness of the policies, procedures and standards including both the design and effectiveness of internal controls based on risk.
- Make recommendations and report on the findings and recommendations and monitor management's response and implementation. This may include independent advisory work.
- Review and report on the accuracy, timeliness and relevance of the financial and other information that is provided for management.
- Support the development and maintenance of a GK assurance map
- Provide relevant advice on risk and risk mitigation activity as required remaining independent
What you’ll bring…
- Audit qualification, Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) or equivalent
- Accountancy qualification or experience working within a finance dept and of financial controls would be an advantage.
- Knowledge of Corporate Governance requirements and FRC UK Corporate code
- Knowledge of Risk Management frameworks
- Experience of auditing major transformation programmes would be an advantage
- Knowledge of ESG and emerging governance frameworks would be an advantage
- Strong Word and Excel skills.
- Proven ability to manage and support junior auditors
- Clear communicator to all levels of the business structure.
- An enquiring mind, comfortable challenging management and questioning assumptions
- Ability to work as a member of a team and as an individual
- Professionalism at all times maintaining integrity and independence
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Attention to detail & accuracy
- Collaborative approach
We’re all about rewarding our team’s hard work, that’s why…
You’ll receive a competitive salary, pension contribution as well as:
- The chance to further your career across our well-known brands – as one of the industry's top apprenticeship providers, we can provide training and development at each level of your career.
- Discount of 33% for you and 15% for your loved ones on all of our brands – so you enjoy your favourite food and drink at a discount.
- Free employee assistance program – mental health, well-being, financial, and legal support because you matter!
- Discount of 50% for you and 25% for your loved ones at our Greene King Inns and hotels. – so you can enjoy a weekend away without breaking the bank.
- Refer a friend – who do you know who could be interested in a new role? When they are placed, you could earn £1,500 for referring them!
- Wagestream – access your wage before payday for when life happens.
- Retail discounts – Receive up to 30% off at Superdrug, exclusive discounts with three mobile along with many more…
Skills Required
- Audit qualification from the Institute of Internal Auditors or equivalent
- Knowledge of corporate governance requirements and the FRC UK Corporate Governance Code
- Knowledge of risk management frameworks
- Strong Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel skills
- Proven ability to manage and support junior auditors
- Clear communication skills across all levels of the business
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Professionalism, integrity, and independence
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Collaborative approach
- Accountancy qualification or experience in a finance department and financial controls
- Experience auditing major transformation programmes
- Knowledge of ESG and emerging governance frameworks
What We Do
Greene King is the United Kingdom's leading pub retailer and brewer, operating a network of approximately 2,700 pubs, restaurants, and hotels across England, Wales, and Scotland. With over 200 years of heritage, the company focuses on delivering exceptional hospitality experiences and brewing renowned ales at its historic breweries in Bury St Edmunds and Dunbar.
