Internal Audit Manager

**The Peter Warren Group** is one of Australia’s largest multi-franchise automotive dealer groups. Founded in 1958, we have expanded across South West Sydney, North Shore, Regional NSW, Northern NSW, Victoria and throughout South East Queensland. With some of the finest vehicle brands in the world we cover all aspects of vehicle ownership. With over 1,800 employees across NSW, VIC and QLD, we are focused on growing and developing a career path for all our employees.

We pride ourselves on our commitment to the highest levels of customer service and seek to recruit those with a professional attitude and similar ethic. We are committed to building an environment where everyone feels appreciated, valued, and able to reach their full potential.

At Peter Warren, we are passionate about diversity and inclusion. Our values and the way we behave are important to us. We have a working environment where we value and respect every individual’s unique contribution, supporting our colleagues to thrive and achieve their full potential.

**About the Role**

The Internal Audit Manager is responsible for planning and conducting operational and financial audits, acting as a point of contact for risk management and providing informative guidance. The role will primarily involve collaboration with management to review and assess implementation of policies and enhance processes across the Group. Further duties will also include delivering presentations and providing consult.

**The role will involve the following**:

- Provide supports with the development of the annual risk-based audit plan and long-term strategic audit plan.
- Highlight activities in relation to audit coverage, calculate their significance, and the level of risk inherent in the activity.
- Create and review projects in line with professional standards.
- Provide support to increasing internal audit’s capability and provide value-added services to management.
- Execute directed programs of work by providing confidence over specific risks and control management.
- Conduct independent assessment on assigned projects.
- Evaluate business performance and oversee communication with stakeholders in a variety of channels e.g., face-to-face, group meetings and formal reports.
- Forster and conduct ethical business practices.
- Prepare audit reports and present findings to key stakeholders.
- Full work rights in Australia
- Undergraduate degree in accounting or other related business or operational field.
- Qualified or part qualified CA/ACCA/CPA (or equivalent).
- Minimum of 4 years’ experience in Internal or External Audit.
- Experience in retail and/or automotive industry.
- Willing to travel
- Current valid driver’s licence
- High level of effective communication skills both in writing and verbal
- Ability to manage conflicting deadlines, priorities, and wide variety of work activities
- Ability to rapidly build positive workplace relation and network across all of levels of stakeholders both internal and external
- Ability to articulate patterns of dealing with challenging stakeholders, problem solving and process improvements
- Proficient in using Excel and other Microsoft Office products
- Sound judgement, critical thinking, and analytical skills

**What we offer**:

- A good remuneration package, plus super
- Commitment to ongoing development and mentoring
- Strong opportunity for progression
- Corporate Superannuation & Insurance fund
- Discounted Bupa Private Health Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Training Pathway and Growth opportunities provided
- Join a group that continues to grow and expand in the Auto industry
- Supportive environment with ongoing feedback and guidance to ensure you succeed
- Discounts with Samsung