Moore Stephens LLP London office, is looking to recruit an internal audit trainee to join the Governance, Risk and Assurance department.
The purpose of the role is to provide a high quality service to clients in respect of internal audit assignments, predominately for central government.
• Conducting audit fieldwork which includes undertaking audit testing and conducting meetings with relevant client personnel
• Input audit findings into the internal audit software, PAWS, and ensure full PAWS file is completed and handed over at the end of each audit
• Advise manager of progress on the job, key findings and any developments that may lead to a change of strategy
• Prepare draft reports for each audit and assist audit manager with any issues arising
• Obtain sufficient evidence to support conclusions drawn and suggest logical solutions to problems
• Liaise with client at the end of the field work with regard to audit findings and agree recommendations with clients before coming off site and document discussion
• Complete the audit working papers and pass the complete cross referenced file for review
• Respond to client concerns in an efficient and effective manner
• Provide sound advice to clients and demonstrate knowledge of wider business issues
• Comply with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Code of Conduct and Government Internal Audit Standards (GIAS), where applicable and other regulatory compliance
To apply for the role you will be part or recently qualified with the diploma in internal auditing (PIIA or equivalent). You will have proven experience of internal audit of central government departments.
You will be competent at using Microsoft. Have excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to compose detailed and meaningful reports.
You will have strong organisational and time management skills, and be able to influence others at all levels.
The role will involve spending a high proportion of time working at client sites across London and on occasions, involve travel throughout the UK.
No agencies please
Governance, Risk and Assurance - IT Assurance Senior - London
Moore Stephens LLP is looking to recruit an IT Assurance Senior to join the Governance, Risk and Assurance (GRA) team.
Governance, Risk and Assurance offer a range of advisory and support services principally in the following areas and across both the private and public sector:
- Corporate Governance: Best practice (Combined Code HM Treasury or similar) reviews
- Risk Management: Risk management software, risk workshops, risk training, establishing risk management frameworks, fully outsourced risk management services
- Internal Audit: Fully outsourced or partnering internal audit services, advice on establishing a new function, quality reviews of existing internal audit functions,
- Regulatory compliance: US SOX 404 reviews, FSA compliance reviews, SAS 70 reviews
- IT Assurance: (IT audit support for external audit clients) IT Governance, risk management, IT security & business continuity, IT project management, Data validatioN
Main responsibilities for the role will be (although, not limited to):
- Deliver high quality assignments/audits for a portfolio of clients to agreed timescales/budgets
- Advise the manager of progress on the job and against the agreed work plan, and any developments that may lead to change of strategy
- Develop client relationships
- Generate ideas to further enhance assignment profitability
- Help identify and develop potential sales opportunities; attend and present at tender opportunities as required
To be considered for the role you will be CISA (or equivalent) qualified with at least 3 years IT Audit experience, gained in a similar auditing role. Ideally candidates will also have experience of CAATS (Computer Assisted Audit Tools) as well as experience in auditing various technologies and platforms. It is essential that candidates have excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal) and have strong team, people and project management skills.
Moore Stephens LLP London office is looking to recruit an Audit Senior within the International Business Group (IBG) department.
The International Business Group (IBG) specialise in assurance and advisory services for family offices and global corporates. Our family office clients include overseas family trusts, investment funds and their personal and corporate interests. Our corporate clients include multi-national groups and companies operating in the shipping, property investment, energy and technology sectors.
The purpose of the role is to provide a high quality service to clients in respect of the preparation and audit of statutory accounts and on occasions, other ad hoc assignments.
Main responsibilities for the role will be (although, not limited to):
• Ensure the PROaudit pack has been approved by a manager/partner before carrying out an audit
• Prepare to be out of office at client sites time conducting audits and advising on accounting packages
• Demonstrate a good base knowledge of corporation tax, income tax, VAT, PAYE, company secretarial procedures and applications
• Manage the audit process, including budgets and timescales as well as completing required forms, providing commentary on accounts, summarising outstanding points to managers, analytical review, passing file to senior team members, and finalising all review points.
The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). Proven relevant external audit experience gained in a similar practice environment is essential. Candidates will be able to demonstrate a good technical and analytical understanding, coupled with good communication and presentation skills.
No agencies please
International Business Group - Audit Supervisor - London
Moore Stephens LLP London office is looking to recruit an Audit Supervisor to join the Insurance International Business Group (IBG) department.
The group specialises in assurance and advisory services for family offices and global corporates. Our family office clients include overseas family trusts, investment funds and their personal and corporate interests. Our corporate clients include multi-national groups and companies operating in the shipping, property investment, energy and technology sectors.
The purpose of the role is to provide a high quality service to clients in respect of the preparation and audit of statutory accounts and on occasions, other ad hoc assignments. Responsible for reviewing audit and accounts assignments prior to being passed on to Partners.
The main responsibilities for the Audit Supervisor will be (but not limited to):
• Prepare the PROaudit pack, including review of the planning memorandum, working paper file, financial statements and audit conclusions, which will include technical report writing
• Responsible for managing the audit process, including budgets and timescales, as well as completing required forms, providing commentary on accounts, summarising outstanding points to managers, analytical review, passing file to senior team members for review, and finalise all review points
• Plan assignments in accordance with ISAs using the software provided
• Ensure partners review and sign off planning papers to ensure fieldwork of the audit can start within a timely manner
• Be responsible for liaising with clients on issues which affect their business, explaining, when necessary in ‘laymen’ terms the technical issues they face and how they can be resolved
The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). Proven relevant external audit experience gained in a similar practice environment is essential. The right candidate should have the ability to add value to our clients’ businesses, work under pressure with accuracy and focus, have good communication and presentation skills coupled with strong organisational and time management skills.
No agencies please
Moore Stephens LLP London office is looking to recruit an Audit Manager to join the International Business Group (IBG) department.
The group specialises in assurance and advisory services for family offices and global corporates. Our family office clients include overseas family trusts, investment funds and their personal and corporate interests. Our corporate clients include multi-national groups and companies operating in the shipping, property investment, energy and technology sectors.
The purpose of the role is to provide a high quality service to clients in respect of the preparation and audit of statutory accounts and on occasions, other ad hoc assignments. Responsible for reviewing audit and accounts assignments prior to being passed on to Partners.
The main responsibilities for the Audit Manager will be (but not limited to):
• Prepare the PROaudit pack, including review of the planning memorandum, working paper file, financial statements and audit conclusions, which will include technical report writing
• Ensure partners review and sign off planning papers, to ensure fieldwork of the audit can start within a timely manner
• Manage the audit process, including budgets and timescales, as well as completing required forms, providing commentary on accounts, summarising outstanding points to managers, analytical review, passing file to senior team members for review, and finalise all review points
• Plan assignments in accordance with ISAs using the software provided
• Ensure each clients’ company accounts are filed within the statutory timelines
• Demonstrate an excellent working knowledge of UK GAAP and/or IFRS
• Prepare own work schedules and plan / develop daily work plan from job objectives
The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). Proven relevant external audit experience gained in a similar practice environment is essential. Experience in aviation, shipping and property sectors would be an advantage. You will have proven people management skills, have the ability to work under pressure with accuracy and focus, have good communication and presentation skills coupled with strong organisational and time management skills.
No agencies please
Insurance - Audit Semi Senior - London
Moore Stephens LLP is looking to recruit an audit semi senior to join the Insurance department.
The Insurance department provide advice on a wide range of issues, including loss-reserving, taxation, solvency and regulatory compliance, management information systems, litigation support, forensic accounting and due diligence. Clients include London underwriters, P&I clubs and other mutuals, reinsurance companies, London market and retail brokers.
The purpose of the role is to provide a high quality service to clients in respect of the preparation and audit of statutory accounts and on occasions, other ad hoc assignments.
Main responsibilities for the role will be (but not limited to):
• Demonstrate a basic understanding of the objectives of an audit
• Understand and act on basic instructions
• Prepare to be out of office at client sites for 70% of the time conducting audits
• Understand and perform basic tests, and complete individual tests from within PROaudit
• Prepare a simple trial balance and identify errors in basic accounting
• Assist in the preparation of accounts
• Perform bank reconciliations and audit bank sections
The successful candidate will be studying towards a professional accountancy qualification (ACA/ACCA or equivalent) and have gained solid audit experience within a practice environment. The candidate will be able to demonstrate good technical and analytical understanding, be competent in using MS Office and have good communication and presentation skills, coupled with strong organisational and time management skills.
If you wish to apply for the vacancy, please send a CV and a covering letter to the human resources department at
careers@moorestephens.com quoting reference: 533.
No agencies please
Moore Stephens LLP, London office is looking to recruit a senior manager within the insurance department.
The team provide advice to clients on a wide range of issues, including loss-reserving, taxation, solvency 2 and regulatory compliance, management information systems, litigation support, forensic accounting, internal audit and due diligence. The team is closely integrated with Moore Stephens Consulting which specialises in the delivery of IT solutions to the insurance market.
Clients include London underwriters, P&I clubs and other Mutuals, reinsurance companies, London market and retail brokers.
The purpose of the role is to provide a high quality service to clients; responsible for reviewing audit and accounts assignments, prior to Partner review.
To be considered for the role you will be ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent) with proven insurance related risk based external audit experience, gained within a practice environment. You will be able to deliver and/or manage consultancy assignments in specialist areas, in particular Solvency 2, governance and risk management projects. You will have excellent knowledge of UK GAAP and / or IFRS, and possess strong writing skills. People management experience is essential, as are good communication and presentation skills.
To apply, please forward a covering letter and CV to careers@moorestephens.com quoting reference 529
No agencies please
Compliance Assistant - Insurance - London
Moore Stephens LLP are looking to recruit a compliance assistant within the insurance department.
The purpose of the role is to provide regulatory advice to insurance broking firms and carriers (typically general insurance – Lloyds brokers) as well as assist with ad hoc queries as they arise, as well as assist with developing the external FSA compliance function to insurance clients.
Main responsibilities for the role will be (although, not limited to),
• Research and keep up-to-date with changes with FSA rules and guidance and assist in communicating this effectively to all relevant parties, by way of briefings, emails and fact sheets.
• Keep compliance manuals and monitoring programmes up to date for applicable changes.
• Attend clients premises to perform ongoing monitoring and reporting thereon.
• Ensure that compliance monitoring is up to date and report on findings.
• Assist with preparation of FSA application packs.
• Assist clients with mock ARROW visits.
• Assist with the promotion and the development of the department.
• Assist with courses / seminars, both internally and externally to keep up to date with regulatory issues.
• Attend annual conferences and exhibitions (BIBA).
• Produce written reports for clients (to board level) as well as generic fact sheets and guidance notes.
The successful candidate will have a minimum of 1 year compliance experience, ideally within the insurance sector. You must have good working knowledge of the FSA Handbook, and in particular, general insurance brokers handbook: GIBRKR - ICOBS, TC, PRU, SYSC, TCF. You will also have excellent communication skills both written and verbal due to the high level of report writing involved. You will be required to produce both formal reports to the Board, as well as fact-sheets which interpret FSA rules into simple English. You should be willing to travel to clients (within London) and have the confidence and initiative to work unaided.