Internal Audit Analyst Apprenticeship

Summary

Are you looking to build a long-term career in Internal Audit? Then look no further! Start your career today with a level 4 with Paragon Banking Group and Kaplan.

Annual wage: £23,400 a year
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Training course: Internal audit practitioner (level 4)
Hours: 08:30 - 17:00 Monday to Friday.
37 hours a week
Possible start date: Monday 2 December
Duration: 1 Year 6 Months
Positions available: 1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

Work with other team members to help complete audits reviews (primarily of IT and Change) in accordance with the requirements set out within the Internal Audit Manual, producing high quality outputs.
Communicate clearly and on a timely basis to relevant stakeholders, contributing to discussions with other team members.
Undertake as requested any hoc reviews / projects, including system / procedural changes.

Where you’ll work

51 Homer Road,

Birmingham

UK

B91 3QJ

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

KAPLAN FINANCIAL LIMITED

Your training course

Internal audit practitioner (level 4)

Equal to higher national certificate (HNC)

Course contents

IAPracs will build sustainable relationships based on trust and respect, within their function and with stakeholders, on an audit by audit basis. This will drive two-way communication with the business being audited to inform the audit plan, support plan changes and aid Internal Audit’s understanding of the risk profile of the business, how the policy, processes and standards in an organisation are being applied by the business as detailed during process mapping, i.e. the walkthrough process.

IAPracs will communicate clearly and succinctly both verbally and in writing. IAPracs will adapt their communication style to suit different situations. IAPracs will promote open communication, demonstrating the ability to apply appropriate interview techniques during delivery of their audit work and effectively articulating findings to IAProfs. IAPracs will be able to effectively contribute to meetings.

IAPracs will collaborate effectively with other audit colleagues to gain understanding and insights to inform audits and gather data to deliver results, and will be team players.

With guidance, IAPracs will select and use tools/techniques to obtain relevant data/information for specific audit assignments. IAPracs will apply sampling, data analysis and other statistical techniques to analyse and assess data and draw preliminary conclusions.

IAPracs will manage their time effectively to deliver high quality work within appropriate timelines to deliver their audit assignments and other work requirements.

IAPracs will be proficient in the use appropriate business systems and software e.g. sending emails, using word processing and spreadsheet software, documenting workpapers using organisation’s appropriate audit systems etc.

Your training plan

Kaplan works in partnership with the Institute of Internal Audit (IIA) to deliver this apprenticeship, providing a comprehensive, blended learning solution incorporating social learning, tutor support and online virtual classes.
Attending scheduled classes via Live Online, apprentices benefit from the wealth of technical expertise and practical sector experience of expert tutors.
Classes are interactive and discursive, giving learners quality time with tutors and sector peers to support the development of their knowledge and skills and bring new perspectives to their thinking.
Learners also get access to engaging exercises which help them to apply their learning in real business scenarios.
Relevant examples within the context of a financial sector setting offer a proven method of enhancing understanding and application of a broad range of subjects whilst developing vital skills and behaviours.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

English (grade 4-9)
Maths (grade 4-9)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Problem solving skills
Administrative skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working

Other requirements

Paragon perks Generous holiday allowance, with a day off for your birthday! Paid community volunteering Company-wide, profit-sharing bonus Pension plan - we’ll contribute up to 10% of your annual salary Life assurance and personal accident cover

About this company

A Platinum Investors in People employer and an award-winning UK bank, focused on growth. Our customers include savers and businesses across the UK and, working together, we use our specialist expertise to help them achieve their ambitions and build a sustainable future.

After this apprenticeship

If you’d like to explore a career in Internal Audit and looking for an opportunity to grow in a fast-paced, friendly environment, we’re looking for you.

We’re flexible, inclusive, committed to your well-being and passionate about you reaching your potential.

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