ID255996 Senior consultant within Internal Audit & Forensic team

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We are currently looking for a Senior Consultant to join our Internal Audit & Forensic team within our Advisory practice in Bucharest. The role will be primarily focused on Internal Audit and Internal Controls. Depending on business needs, project availability and your experience and interests, you may also contribute to Forensic engagements.

What will you do?

As a Senior Consultant, you will play an active role in the coordination and delivery of client engagements, working closely with the Engagement Manager. You will take ownership of assigned workstreams or engagements and deliver them independently, with appropriate oversight from the Manager. You will interact directly with clients, including through interviews, project discussions, prepare and deliver presentations, and coordinate junior team members.

The main types of projects you will work on include internal audit engagements, the set-up, review and enhancement of internal audit functions, SOX 404 assistance, and other advisory engagements related to business processes, risk management and internal controls. Depending on business needs, project availability and the candidate’s experience, the candidate may also contribute to Forensic engagements.

Your responsibilities will primarily include:

- Performing internal audit engagements, including understanding and documenting business processes, identifying key risks and controls, conducting walkthroughs and testing the design and operating effectiveness of controls;
- Assessing internal control and risk management frameworks, identifying control gaps and developing practical recommendations for improvement;
- Supporting clients with the establishment, review and enhancement of Internal Audit functions, including the development of internal audit methodologies, risk assessments and internal audit plans;
- Performing reviews focused on business processes, governance, compliance, risk management and internal controls;
- Supporting SOX compliance and internal control engagements, including process documentation, risk and control matrices and control testing;
- Gathering, reviewing and analyzing financial and operational data and supporting documentation;
- Preparing clear and well-structured working papers documenting the procedures performed, evidence reviewed and conclusions reached;
- Preparing clear, concise and cohesive reports and presentations, translating detailed findings into practical observations and recommendations for management;
- Interacting directly with client teams through interviews, walkthroughs, workshops and discussions of findings;
- Coordinating and reviewing the work of less experienced team members and providing day-to-day coaching and guidance;
- Contributing to proposals and other business development initiatives.
- Depending on business needs, project availability and your relevant experience, you may also contribute to selected Forensic engagements. Your responsibilities may include: Performing fraud risk assessments and reviews of potentially unusual or irregular transactions;
- Supporting investigations into alleged misconduct, fraud, conflicts of interest or other potential breaches of policies and regulations;
- Reviewing and analyzing accounting records, transactions and large datasets to identify patterns, anomalies and potential red flags;
- Contributing compliance, dispute, investigation and business intelligence assignments.

We are looking for someone with:

- A university degree, preferably in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration or a related field;
- Approximately 3–4 years of relevant professional experience, preferably in External / Financial Audit, Internal Audit or Internal Controls testing;
- Strong understanding of accounting, financial reporting and business processes;
- Hands-on experience in understanding and analysing business processes, financial information, risks and controls, as well as documenting audit procedures, supporting evidence and findings;
- Experience in taking ownership of project workstreams and coordinating or reviewing the work of junior team members;
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to understand complex processes, constructively challenge information, and identify connections, trends and potential control weaknesses;
- Strong attention to detail, while maintaining the ability to understand the broader business context;
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to interact confidently and professionally with client stakeholders;
- Experience in analyzing financial or operational datasets using advanced Excel functionalities; experience with data analytics or visualization tools would be considered an advantage.
- Very good working knowledge of Excel, Word and PowerPoint;
- Professional working proficiency in English, both written and spoken;
- A proactive, curious and client-oriented mindset, with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team;
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and consistently deliver high-quality work within agreed deadlines;
- Availability for business travel, when required.

What’s in it for you?

- A fast-paced and diverse professional environment with strong mentoring and development opportunities;
- Exposure to clients from different industries and to a broad range of engagements;
- The opportunity to broaden your understanding of different businesses, processes and industries;
- The opportunity to strengthen your professional judgement, analytical and critical-thinking skills, as well as your technical, written and verbal communication capabilities;
- Opportunities to develop professionally through training courses and additional professional qualifications;
- A long-term career opportunity within a dynamic and multidisciplinary Advisory environment;
- A professional, collaborative and team-oriented work environment;

Confidentiality

Confidentiality will be ensured to protect the interests of applicants.

Only preselected candidates will be invited to an interview.

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