An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Internal Auditor to join the finance team of one of Ireland's leading homewares retailers.
This role offers a unique mix of office-based responsibilities and on-site visits to our 24 stores nationwide. It will suit someone who enjoys working across different parts of the business, combining financial and IT audit expertise with strong interpersonal skills to engage with colleagues at every level, including store management.
As part of a 12-person finance team and reporting directly to the CFO, you will play a key role in safeguarding the company's assets, improving processes, and supporting the transition to a more controls-based audit approach.
Key Responsibilities
* Test and evaluate IT governance controls to ensure operational and data integrity.
* Conduct unannounced store audits across 24 locations nationwide to assess internal procedures and compliance.
* Attend and oversee bi-annual stock takes, providing feedback and recommendations for improvement.
* Support the transition from a substantive audit to a controls-based audit, preparing the business for future audit requirements.
* Analyse and report on stock losses, breakages, refunds, returns, and discounts, providing insights to reduce risk and improve profitability.
* Review CCTV footage to investigate theft, accidents, or unusual activities within stores.
* Test and evaluate payment procedures at Head Office.
* Audit internal controls within distribution centres to ensure operational effectiveness.
* Represent the company at Retail Loss Prevention forums, sharing insights and best practices.
* Undertake ad-hoc projects and investigations as required by the CFO.
Candidate Requirements
* Full, clean driver's licence (essential – nationwide travel required).
* Strong experience in controls-based auditing, preferably within retail or a related industry.
* Advanced Excel skills (Power BI experience is a strong advantage).
* Ability to prioritise and re-prioritise tasks in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
* Willingness to work occasional weekends for stock take attendance (twice per year).
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think creatively.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the confidence to engage with colleagues at all levels, including non-finance stakeholders.
Working Schedule
* Monday – Friday, with 3 fixed office-based days and 2 remote working days.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: €60,000.00-€70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Bike to work scheme
* Company events
* Company pension
* Employee assistance program
* Employee discount
* Flexitime
* On-site parking
* Private medical insurance
* Sick pay
* Store discount
* Wellness program
* Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Lower Ballymount Drive Dublin 12, CO. Dublin