Operational Risk Auditor

Join a fast-growing company that matters to the future! At Fastned, you can directly contribute to combating climate change by accelerating the transition to electric mobility. Together with 400+ colleagues with over 45 nationalities, we are building Europe's best fast charging network. Our goal is a European network of 1,000 fast charging stations in prime locations where electric drivers can charge their vehicles with energy from the sun and wind. We have recently been voted best charging network in the UK, in France and the Netherlands, which is a testimony to our drive to offer the best charging experience to EV drivers.

For our Amsterdam Office, we are looking for a highly driven Operational Risk Auditor to join our Risk & Audit team. The purpose of Fastned’s new internal audit function is to provide independent, objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value and improve the business operations of Fastned. The Risk & Audit team has a company-wide risk and audit coverage.

As part of the audit team, you will play a key role in continuously growing and improving the new internal audit function. You will also be responsible for performing internal audits, including administration and work programs in line with the audit standards (identify the risks in the context of the organisation, perform data analysis, prepare audit reports, follow up on audit findings). Your recommendations and advice will support the business to enhance operational performance. As the internal audit function is just initiated and Fastned is growing rapidly in multiple countries, this is a great opportunity for an ambitious, entrepreneurial operational auditor.

Our flat organisation structure makes it easy to work and enables you to quickly build a network and immerse yourself in our culture. You will be empowered to contribute directly, deliver your best work, and shape your role. 

• Prepare operational audits, conduct fieldwork, perform interviews, collect and analyse data, and test controls in place. Draft audit reports with findings, recommendations and collect management responses

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support process improvements and control enhancements

• Identify areas of inefficiency, risk, and non-compliance within the organisation, and provide advice to management for improvement

• Stimulate, monitor and report on the progress of open audit findings

• Support the external accountant and auditors by following up on information requests 

• Comply with the IIA Code of Ethics, stay up to date on industry best practices, regulatory requirements, internal audit standards and fulfil CPE requirements 

• Contribute to the improvement of internal audit methodologies and tools
  

• Has  2 - 4 years of experience in operational auditing

• A bachelor's degree in Business economics or equivalent

• Strong understanding of auditing principles, methodology and standards

• Excellent writing, communication and interpersonal skills in English. Fluency in Dutch is a plus

• Capable of conducting audits (build work program, perform the audit, write the audit report)

• Experience or skills in IT audit are a plus, as Fastned relies heavily on technology for its charging stations and data analysis

• Ability to work independently and part of a team

• Attention to detail, a strong analytical and curious mindset

• A pro-active, pragmatic and result-driven attitude

• Is willing to obtain a CIA or equivalent certification

We work hard to make a positive impact, but we don't forget to recognise & celebrate our successes, big and small. We focus on work-life balance, provide genuine work flexibility, and have family-friendly policies in place. Our benefits package includes:

• Stock option plan - we believe in shared value creation

• Attractive Pension plan (fully covered by Fastned)

• A training and development budget of €3,000 per year per employee, because development and training are important to us and our sector offers endless opportunities

• 29 holidays. Additionally, we give you 2 ‘Mission Days’ you can use to contribute to Fastned’s mission or to support a cause that is important to you

• You get access to our fully electric vehicle fleet (all charging expenses covered)

• Daily lunches, snacks & drinks are provided at our office locations

• Next to fun events year-round, we throw notorious Christmas parties and organise an amazing yearly trip abroad with all employees

• Other perks include flexible working hours, full travel compensation and the working gear of your choice

• Going the extra mile for parents: Beyond offering paid parental leave that goes well above the legal minimum, we provide personalised coaching through Foundree to support your well-being and confidence at every stage of your parental journey

• Understanding woman’s health is beneficial for all of us, fostering empathy, improving communication, creating a more inclusive workplace. That’s why we teamed up with Flouria, providing you with quick access to a broad range of women’s health professionals

Interested in making an impact? Apply today!

We would love to chat with you! Send us your CV and share why you’re excited about speeding up the energy transition and joining our mission to provide freedom to electric drivers!

Our recruiter Iryna will get in touch with you to share more details about the opening and the hiring process.

Fastned stands for equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, gender identities, sexual orientations, religions, neurodiversity, disabilities, parental status or any other protected characteristic that makes you unique.