General information

Location

Chirk  

Reference

2024-11972  

Position description

Job title

Head of Internal Audit

Contract type

Full-time

About us

We are the global leader in the production and distribution of wood products used in everything from furniture and flooring to timber-framed houses, building facades and construction. In doing so, we help to build a better world.
Kronospan is focused on achieving operational excellence with relentless attention to safety and sustainability.

We now have a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious and committed:

Head of Internal Audit

Main duties and responsibilities

- Lead and mentor the Internal Audit Team
- Communicate the audit plan, progress and key findings to the senior management team
- Ensure audits are conducted in accordance with the audit plan and on time
- Assign team members to specific audits based on their skills and experience
- Conduct comprehensive risk assessments to identify potential areas of risk within the organization
- Advise management on risk mitigation strategies and improvements to internal controls
- Ensure effective communication and collaboration between the internal audit team and the business being audited
- Perform Financial Due Diligence projects for Kronospan’s M&A activities
- Improve business processes and ensure compliance with Kronospan Policies

Requirements

- Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; advanced degree or
professional certifications (ACCA / CIA / CISA / CIMA)
- Experience in auditing, risk management, or related fields
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams
- High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail
- Highly resilient and willing to travel >75%

What we offer

As a highly successful global industrial organisation with strong growth plans, career development opportunities are excellent, and a move to a broader role will not be an obstacle to the right candidate.
We are committed to rewarding achievement with an attractive performance-based salary package.
The role provides the ideal opportunity for a career with a very successful business that achieves outstanding results.

For further info, please contact HR@Kronospan.co.uk

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