Senior Audit Manager – 6-month fixed term contractHi, I'm PJ, Head of Internal Audit at Heartland. I have an awesome opportunity I'd love to share with you. Here's some info:Is this your next role?You'll play a key role in supporting the Head of Internal Audit in executing key audit functions, including developing and reporting on a three-year Annual Audit Plan (AUP) to the Board and Executive Committees. You'll independently lead internal audits, provide assurance on strategic initiatives, and deliver consulting services to assist management. Working in line with International Internal Auditing Standards, you'll assess emerging risks, collaborate with external auditors, and play a vital role in strengthening the Internal Audit Quality Assurance Program.Does this sound like you?You're an experienced Internal Auditor with a background in banking or professional services, known for your analytical thinking and problem-solving expertise. You thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and are quick to adapt to change.You possess:Tertiary education with professional certifications such as CPA/CA/CIA preferredExtensive experience in risk-based internal auditing or related fields like external audit or risk management.Sound knowledge of technology controls, including IT general controls and application controls.Strong understanding of prudential regulations and consumer protection legislation (AML/CFT, FAA, CCCFA, Responsible Lending).Proven ability to manage and lead audits or risk reviews of medium to high complexity.Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.Experienced with driving change initiatives and effectively managing resistance.A bit about us and what we doHeartland is an NZX/ASX-listed financial services group with big growth plans. Heartland owns both Heartland Bank in New Zealand and Heartland Bank in Australia. We provide award-winning savings and finance products to a diverse range of customers including business owners, farmers and retirees. Heartland's strategy is to digitalise everything we do, enabling us to provide customers with what they need in a scalable way. We can then pass those benefits onto the customer through faster service and better rates.Can you see yourself here?We're innovative and always evolving. We work together as one team and have big ambition. We're committed to creating a culture of inclusivity that celebrates our diverse backgrounds and supports the wellbeing of our people. We offer real opportunities for learning and career development.Diversity & InclusionAt Heartland, we're proud to celebrate the many characteristics that make each of us different. We are committed to improving the inclusiveness of our workplace, enabling our people to be authentic and helping us better understand and respond to our customers. We're a Living Wage Employer, a Hearing Accredited Workplace, and have the Rainbow Tick.Heartland is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage everyone to apply, and we welcome everyone to the team. Please let us know if you need any adjustments throughout the application or interview process including a sign language interpreter or speech-to-text reporter. In your application, feel free to let us know what your pronouns are (for example, she/her, he/him, they/them etc).Please note you must be eligible to work in New Zealand. #J-18808-Ljbffr