Role Overview
We are looking for an Internal Auditor to join our UK Internal Audit team for a -month maternity cover. Working across all areas of the business, you will be responsible for a wide range of financial and operational audits, process and control reviews as well as ad hoc projects and investigations. In your role you will contribute and improve business operations by bringing an objective, systematic and focused approach to the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes.
This is an exciting role for an Internal Auditor to work in a hugely respected multi national organization and with the opportunities to travel across Europe for audits.
At the start of the contract the plan will be to have a handover period with the current position holder and there will be support from the Internal Audit Manager throughout the contract.
How you will become part of the bigger picture..
You will be responsible for:
1. Undertaking operational and SOX compliance auditing across the Panasonic Europe Region
2. Recognising different culture and business practices in various locations and partner with the business process owners to recommended optimal business solutions to strengthen controls and increase efficiency
3. Reporting and present findings to Panasonic companies and HQ management
4. Suggesting improvements to controls and processes
5. Utilising data analytics across Panasonic Europe regional companies to assist in the audit process.
6. Ad-hoc audit projects as required
What you will bring to the picture...
Experience, Knowledge and skills:
7. Excellent organisation skills
8. Demonstration of related accounting experience / accounting principles
9. Knowledge and experience of SOX compliance
10. A thorough grasp of auditing principles
11. Strong administration skills
12. Ability to work with data to identify trends, exceptions and anomalies data analytics)
13. Continuously grow and focus on personal development using the Panasonic Leadership Principles
Personal attributes:
14. A self-starter – able to work both alone and as part of a team
15. Excellent planning and time management skills with the ability to work to tight time schedules and have a flexible approach to working hours
16. Demonstrates a professional attitude, approach and appearance
17. High attention to detail, quality and accuracy
18. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
19. Able to handle confidential data with discretion
20. Ability to work to high quality requirements, often with tight timescales and deadlines
21. A proactive, consultative mindset with the confidence to challenge constructively
Qualifications
22. Qualified Accountant / Auditor – ACA / ACCA / CIMA / CIA
What does our big picture look like?
Every moment of every day, people all over the world turn to Panasonic to make their lives simpler, more enjoyable, more productive and more secure. Since our founding over a century ago, we’ve been committed to improving peoples’ lives and making the world a better place, one customer, one business, one innovative leap at a time.
We believe in strong collaboration and team spirit to develop Panasonic’s competitive edge even further. Panasonic is an energetic, creative and proactive organisation consistently aiming to exceed its customers’ expectations. In an ever-changing world, we continue our efforts to align with our Seven Principles to make life simpler, safer, healthier, more enjoyable, and more sustainable. ‘Live Your Best’.
Inclusion and EqualityIn keeping with our principle of Fairness and Honesty, Panasonic’s ambition is to continue to become a more inclusive company, which attracts the best applicants who will be considered for employment regardless of difference and demonstrates our commitment to celebrate and promote diversity.
What we offer:
Salary range: (dependent on experience)
Annual Bonus: 5% based on achievable company and individual objectives
Annual Leave: days holiday plus bank holidays
Contract Type: months - fixed term contract
Hours: hours per week full-time
Location: Bracknell – (Please note that Travel will be required most months throughout the year (usually up to 1 trip per month)
Hybrid Working: expectation to attend the office at least 2 days per week
Working environment:
23. A multi-cultural environment
24. Open plan office environment, with access to private meeting rooms
25. Hot desking
+Benefits:
Contributory Pension Scheme
Life assurance 4x salary
Income Protection
Private Medical Scheme
Dental Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Other voluntary benefits such as dental insurance, partner life assurance
Staff discount on Panasonic products
2 Paid volunteer days
Training courses
Wellbeing Programme
Free on-site parking at Panasonic offices
Discounted restaurant food
Terms and Benefits for candidates outside of the UK may differ from those described above.
Other Information:
Start Date – October 5
We will be looking to hold interviews from late July to August 5.
We offer workplace adjustments for those who may require these.
Please note you must have the right to work in the relevant country, no form of sponsorship can be supported. A valid passport is also required for travel.
This role may be subject to DBS checking procedures.