Summary
Scope Ratings is looking for a Senior Specialist – to reinforce its European Internal Audit activities based in Milan. The Internal Auditor performs risk-based internal audit assignments across various business areas, assessing the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal control systems. The role contributes to all phases of the audit process - planning, fieldwork, reporting, and follow- up of the remediation actions – under the supervision of the Head of Internal Audit. The Internal Auditor ensures that audit work meets professional standards and support the continuous improvement of processes withing a rapidly growing organisation.
Duties & responsibilities
- Participate in planning of the audit engagements by identifying key risks, defining objectives, and designing appropriate testing procedures.
- Perform audit testing and data analysis to evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, business processes, and risk mitigation measures.
- Document work performed and results obtained in accordance with internal audit methodology and documentation standards.
- Identify control weaknesses, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement, and propose actionable recommendations.
- Contribute to the preparation of clear, concise, and well-structured audit findings and reports.
- Discuss audit results with auditees, ensuring a constructive and collaborative communication process.
- Support the follow-up and validation of management remediation actions.
- Maintain awareness of emerging risks, industry trends, and regulatory developments relevant to the organisation’s activities.
- Contribute to the enhancement of internal audit tools, methodologies, and best practice.
Professional & personal qualifications
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in economics and related disciplines.
- 4-5 years of experience as Internal Auditor.
- Knowledge of Internal audit standards and risk management frameworks.
- Progress toward relevant professional certification (CIA, CISA, ACCA, CPA) is preferred.
- Experience across multiple audit areas (operational, financial, compliance, or IT) is preferred.
- Commitment to ethics, integrity, and confidentiality.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Professional scepticism and sound judgment.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a team.
- Strong organizational and time management.
- Good communication and report writing skills in English.