Internal Auditor

We are hiring an Internal Auditor, reporting to the CFO. This role covers multiple Canonical corporate entities in several countries.

This is a unique opportunity for an astute and forward-thinking professional to build the audit function from the ground up at a profitable, fast-growing technology company. We're looking for someone with a keen interest in technology and how technology is changing the tax profession, who can translate that insight ...

Reporting directly to the CFO, you will design and own internal audit processes that support our global expansion. Your primary challenge will be navigating the complexity of our internal environment, where scale, controls, and automation are priority. You will work with the CFO to establish a scalable and efficient...

Establish, develop and maintain the infrastructure for internal audit: templates, risk registers and reporting cadences.
Conduct the end-to-end internal audit cycle. This includes planning, performing walkthroughs, testing controls, and documenting every step with precision.
Evaluate global policies and processes to identify gaps and work with process owners to implement scalable improvements.
Partner with operational stakeholders to identify areas of elevated risk, execute internal audits, and drive corrective actions. 
Deliver actionable insights on risk and controls effectiveness to senior leadership.
Collaborate with stakeholders on new initiatives to ensure risk mitigation is planned appropriately.
Develop risk-based internal audit programs, as well as monitor remediation of identified issues to closure.  

Exceptional academic track record from both high school and university.
Undergraduate degree in business, finance, economics, technology or other quantitative field.
Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
Prior experience in an internal audit function.
Confidence to respectfully speak up, exchange feedback, hold colleagues accountable, and share ideas without hesitation.
Track record of going above-and-beyond expectations to achieve outstanding results.
The work ethic and confidence to shine alongside motivated colleagues.
Professional written and spoken English with excellent presentation skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountability.
Thoughtfulness and self-motivation.
Result-oriented, with a personal drive to meet commitments.
International travel 2-4 times a year for company events up to two weeks long.
Leadership ability.
Software or tech industry experience.
Public company finance and reporting experience.