Job Reference Number: CUR00103
Internal Auditor (Financial Services)
Permanent
Lewisham / Bromley area (office-based with up to 50% working from home, depending on audit requirements) – have to be able to attend offices in Sydenham, Lewisham, Bromley, and Catford as-and-when required for meetings
3 days per week (21 hours total); flexibility required to attend some morning and occasional evening meetings
£33,000 – £35,000 per annum (FTE)
£19,800 – £21,000 actual salary + 4% employer pension + 15 days annual leave + bank holidays + employee benefits programme (PERKS)
This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and proactive Internal Auditor to join a well-established, ethical financial services organisation.
Our client is a long-standing organisation operating across Southeast London, recognised for strong governance, controls, and operational standards. They play an important role in supporting financial inclusion and community resilience across the areas they serve.
They’re looking for an Internal Auditor who can work independently, build strong professional relationships, and provide clear, practical audit insight to senior stakeholders. The role focuses on reviewing financial accuracy, regulatory compliance, and the effectiveness of internal processes, with regular engagement with senior leadership, the Board, and the Supervisory Committee.
This position would suit someone who enjoys autonomy, takes initiative, and adds value through thoughtful challenge and clear reporting — not just box-ticking. If you’re looking for a meaningful part-time role where your work genuinely influences standards and governance, read on.
The role
Day-to-day responsibilities
* Develop and deliver a risk-based internal audit plan in collaboration with the Supervisory Committee
* Carry out audits across operational and financial areas including lending, accounting, arrears, reconciliations, controls, IT, and member transactions
* Evaluate internal controls, policies, and procedures against best practice and regulatory expectations
* Prepare clear, structured audit reports with practical recommendations
* Present findings to senior management, the Board, and the Supervisory Committee
* Monitor progress against agreed actions and improvements
* Work collaboratively with management while maintaining professional independence
* Coordinate with external auditors where required
Why would you want this role?
* Work for a not-for-profit organisation that gives back to its community
* High levels of autonomy and trust
* Flexible, part-time working with hybrid options
* Opportunity to influence governance, controls, and risk management
* Regular exposure to senior stakeholders and decision-makers
The Person
Essential
* Experience in internal audit, finance, accounting, lending, or operational risk
* Confident working independently and managing your own workload
* Strong verbal communication skills with the confidence to engage senior stakeholders
* Clear, structured written reporting skills
* High integrity and professionalism
* Personable and able to build strong working relationships
* Geographically close enough to attend offices across Lewisham and Bromley as required
Desirable
* Financial services experience
* Experience auditing lending, arrears, or operational processes
Nice-to-have
* Not-for-profit or ethical finance experience
If you think you could be the right fit for this Financial Internal Auditor role, please submit your application now. Candidates will be reviewed and submitted as-and-when they apply, so don’t delay in applying!
PLEASE NOTE: The services of CU Recruitment Ltd are that of an Employment Agency. CU Recruitment Ltd regrets to inform you that our client will ONLY accept applications from candidates who have a valid legal permit or right to work in the United Kingdom. Potential candidates who do not have this right or permit or are pending an application to obtain this right or permit should not apply