Associate Professor in Internal Audit

at  Birmingham City University

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR IN INTERNAL AUDIT

Department
Department of Accountancy and Governance
Location
Curzon Building
Salary
£61,419 to £66,758 per annum
Permanent
Post Type
Full Time
Release Date
04 November 2024
Closing Date
23.59 hours GMT on Sunday 08 December 2024
Interview Date
Monday 06 January 2025
Reference
122023-758
Birmingham City University is a thriving and diverse place to work and study, located right in the heart of the city. Building on continuous success in student growth and in sustained advancement of research activities, the Business School has embarked on a programme of extensive expansion funded by substantial long-term investments whilst also seeking AASCB accreditation. The college of Accountancy, Finance and Economics, has an exciting opportuning for an Associate Professor with a particular focus in internal audit, to join our dynamic team.

FURTHER DETAILS:

Job Description

Essential Requirements:

• Educated to a higher academic qualification, and holding the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) qualification.
• Experienced Internal Audit practitioner with a minimum of 3 years’ management level experience.
• Strong organisational skills with a proven track record of managing teams and delivering outputs in a fast paced and regulated environment.
• Understand equal opportunity issues as they may impact on academic content and issues relating to student need.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skill

• Oversee the continued design and development of a curriculum which is both attractive to students and rigorous in meeting the regulatory requirements.
• Deliver excellence in Teaching and Learning, Assessment and Student Experience
• Lead and coordinate research and enterprise activity within the subject area.
• Act as the provision liaison for OFSTED and EFSA and any other regulatory bodies relevant to the apprenticeship, as required.
• Act as line manager for matters relating to the employment of staff and ensure work is allocated fairly, according to skill and capacity.
• Take overall responsibility for the organising and deployment of resources within the designated area of responsibility.
• Lead and participate in relevant internal and external networks to foster collaboration and promote the work of the University.

Essential Requirements:

• Educated to a higher academic qualification, and holding the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) qualification.
• Experienced Internal Audit practitioner with a minimum of 3 years’ management level experience.
• Strong organisational skills with a proven track record of managing teams and delivering outputs in a fast paced and regulated environment.
• Understand equal opportunity issues as they may impact on academic content and issues relating to student need.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Other relevant qualifications such as: Chartered Internal Auditor (CMIIA), Qualification in Internal Audit Leadership (QIAL), MSc Internal Audit Management & Consultancy, Certified Information Systems Auditor/Certified Information Systems Manager. Institute of Risk Management, Accountancy and Management qualifications will also be considered.
While teaching experience in a higher education environment is preferable, other backgrounds will also be considered. For example, applications from candidates with significant experience in the coaching or training of teams, to maintain and provide professional development, in an internal audit department will also be welcomed. Experience of Apprenticeships or working in a highly regulated environment would be an advantage.
If you would like an informal discussion about the role please contact Samantha Roberts, our Head of College Accountancy Finance and Economics: Samantha.roberts@bcu.ac.uk
Please also take a look at our college:
Faculty of Business, Law and Social Sciences | Birmingham City University (bcu.ac.uk)