Head of Internal Audit
Caerphilly- Head Office
The Head of Internal Audit serves as the chief assurance officer for the organisation, providing independent and objective evaluations of the company’s governance, risk management, internal controls within business financial and operational processes.
Reporting directly to the CFO of phs Group, this role provides assurance that design and operational effectiveness of financial, operational, and compliance controls are robust, effective, and aligned with best practice standards.
In addition, the role holds accountability to the Bidvest Services International executive team as well as the Bidvest Group Audit Committee, delivering transparent reporting and insights that support group-level governance and strategic oversight. The Head of Internal Audit is pivotal in safeguarding organisational integrity, promoting ethical conduct, and driving continuous improvement across all business units.
Key Responsibilities
Group Audit Leadership & Strategy
1. Leading the internal audit function, developing and delivering on the annual audit plan.
2. Develop and deliver a risk-based internal audit plan aligned to phs Group objectives.
3. Provide independent assurance on governance, risk management and controls.
4. Deliver clear and commercially practical audit findings to the phs Exec team and the Bidvest Audit Committee.
5. Ensure adherence to IIA UK Standards.
Audit Delivery Across Complex Operations
6. Oversee audits spanning operations, sales frameworks, payroll, HR, finance, procurement, IT, and H&S.
7. Lead audits related to high-risk areas including fleet, stock, contract management, and revenue assurance.
8. Ensure high-quality, well-evidenced audits with practical recommendations.
Governance, Risk & Compliance
9. Advise the phs Exec team and Bidvest Bidvest Audit Committee on risk exposure and control effectiveness.
10. Strengthen risk management frameworks and assurance mapping.
11. Coordinate with external auditors and regulators.
Leadership & People Management
12. Lead, coach and develop the internal audit team.
13. Promote independence, integrity and professional curiosity.
14. Drive consistent methodology and quality standards.
Stakeholder Engagement & Influence
15. Build relationships across operations, commercial, HR, finance and IT.
16. Present insights and recommendations to the phs Exec team and Bidvest Audit Committee.
17. Influence decision-making to strengthen governance
Critical Competencies for Success
Commercial Acumen & Risk Judgement
18. Sound financial awareness, balanced, risk-informed decision-making.
Influencing & Constructive Challenge
19. Builds strong relationships and confidently challenges assumptions to drive better outcomes.
Analytical & Communication Excellence
20. Advanced analysis of complex issues; communicates findings clearly and persuasively to diverse stakeholders.
Integrity & Professional Standards
21. Operates with the highest levels of ethics, confidentiality, and professionalism
Strategic Insight & Impact
22. Translates strategic thinking into actionable recommendations enhancing governance.
Qualifications & Experience
23. ACA/ACCA qualified,leadership of internal audit functions in our multisite organisations, operational and financial control knowledge, experience influencing Audit & Risk Committees, proven success in strengthening governance and embedding best practice.
In return for your commitment and expertise, you will benefit from:
24. A competitive salary in a full-time position
25. Company car or car allowance
26. Great opportunities to develop your career
27. 23 days holiday, increasing with length of service, plus bank holidays (31 days in total)
28. Buy / Sell holiday scheme
29. Amazing employee discounts with major supermarkets and retailers with phsPerks.com
30. Free Parking onsite so no parking costs
31. Community day off to work for a local community or charity
32. Access to Virtual GP for you and your family
33. Other benefits such as improved parental and paternity leave, a 24-hour wellbeing helpline, cycle to work scheme, tech purchase scheme, pension scheme, life assurance and more…