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Greene King

Pub operator and brewer with brands

Internal Audit Manager

Internal Audit & ControlsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeBurton upon Trent, Burton-on-Trent, UKIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • An audit qualification from the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) or equivalent.
  • Knowledge of corporate governance requirements and the UK Financial Reporting Council (FRC) UK Corporate Governance Code.
  • Knowledge of risk management frameworks.
  • Strong skills in Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • Proven ability to manage and support junior auditors.
  • Clear communication with all levels of the business.
  • Ability to challenge management and question assumptions.
  • Ability to work both as a team member and independently.
  • Professionalism, integrity, and independence.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy.
  • A collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

  • Act as an independent third-line assurance function within Greene King, ensuring confidentiality and integrity and providing assurance to the Executive Board.
  • Conduct risk-based third-line audits across Greene King to identify good practice, effective controls, and weaknesses requiring remediation.
  • Support the Head of Internal Audit in developing internal audit capability, including training and mentoring junior auditors.
  • Support the Head of Internal Audit in maturing internal audit capability through improved methodology and high-quality auditing, including providing independent advice on best practice to the business.
  • Work closely with Greene King stakeholders, including the Executive and senior leadership team.
  • Deliver the audit plan, including developing test plans, liaising with auditees, agreeing findings and actions, and conducting formal close-out meetings.
  • Support junior auditors in audit delivery, including quality-checking all elements of the audit process.
  • Independently appraise the effectiveness of policies, procedures, and standards, including the design and effectiveness of risk-based internal controls.
  • Make recommendations, report findings and recommendations, and monitor management responses and implementation; this may include independent advisory work.
  • Review and report on the accuracy, timeliness, and relevance of financial and other information provided to management.
  • Support the development and maintenance of a Greene King assurance map.
  • Provide relevant advice on risk and risk mitigation activity while maintaining independence.

Desired Qualifications

  • An accountancy qualification, or experience working within a finance department and with financial controls.
  • Experience auditing major transformation programmes.
  • Knowledge of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues and emerging governance frameworks.

About the Company

Greene King

Pub operator and brewer with brands

Greene King runs about 2,600 pubs, restaurants and hotels across the UK, combining brewing and pub experiences under one group. It brews beers at its Westgate and Belhaven sites and operates brands including Greene King pubs, Destination Brands (Hungry Horse, Chef & Brewer, Farmhouse Inns, Flaming Grill) and Ventures (Hickory’s, Premium, Hotels), plus tenanted and Hive Franchise pubs. Guests visit for drinks and meals, while the brewing arm supplies many own labels such as Greene King IPA and Belhaven Best. The company aims to pour happiness into lives and be the Nation’s Most Loved Pub Brand by delivering reliable experiences to customers, pub partners, suppliers and communities.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Bury St Edmunds, United Kingdom
Founded
1799

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