Auditor/Surveyor
Location: North or South (Manchester or London)
The Role
Reporting to the Regional Audit & Survey Manager, the role sits within the second line of defence with the responsibility to undertake audits of the existing Client portfolio to ensure that our client's funding remains secure, facilities are correctly administered, pertinent issues are identified, and suitable recommendations are made for protecting our funding and security. A key element of the role is to present audit findings and analysis to colleagues across Relationship Management and risk teams in addition to other stakeholders as required, clearly and concisely.
The Responsibilities
Analysis
- To undertake a thorough review of all the relevant aspects of the client's business about the funding facilities provided, producing timely, accurate and concise reports with reasoned findings & recommendations.
- To ensure that adverse trends and statistics in including deteriorating profiles and suspicions of fraud are raised with the relevant Relationship Management teams and Risk functions.
Reporting
- To complete a minimum of 153 audit days per annum.
- To complete and file clear, concise and analytical reports within 24 hours of the date of the client audit visit.
- To ensure that all potential issues including industry risks, economic trends, fraudulent activity and security issues are identified and reported at audit.
- To ensure that all concerns arising from the audit are escalated promptly and clearly to the appropriate teams. Teamwork Support the business and Bank functions in strategic and regulatory projects as appropriate through:
- Contributing to the enhancement & efficiency of the team's processes and procedures.
- Supporting colleagues on larger complex audits where required.
- A culture of continuous improvement, including the sharing of knowledge and best practices with colleagues.
- Active participation at team meetings/project groups as appropriate.
General
- To book audits with clients promptly, with every effort made to minimise 'lost' working days and to prioritise audits according to Audit Procedures.
- Maintain good relationships with Relationship Management teams and other key stakeholders.
- To Deputise for the Regional Audit & Survey Manager where required or appropriate. Risk & Compliance
- Ensure that all Governance and Compliance requirements are adhered to and that all reporting and reviewing activities required by the Regulatory Bodies are carried out to the standards required.
The Requirements
Essential
- Career background in Invoice Finance, specifically client audit and/or survey.
- Strong analytical, verbal and written skills
- An ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- Driving License Desirable
Desirable
- Familiar with commonly used accounting software and IT packages
Desirable but not essential
- ABFA Diploma/Certificate
- AAT
- Chartered or Certified Accountant
- Educated to a Degree or Equivalent Level