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Internal Audit roles in Financial Services offer ACA-qualified professionals exposure to complex regulatory environments, risk management frameworks, and governance structures. These positions combine technical expertise with business insight, providing a comprehensive view of operations within banks, insurers, and investment firms.
Internal Audit is expanding in Financial Services due to increasing regulatory demands and the need for robust control environments. These roles provide excellent exposure to senior stakeholders and technical specialists across the organisation.
Typical salary range for newly qualified internal auditors in Financial Services.
With opportunities to specialise in areas such as technology audit, regulatory compliance, or financial crime.
Understanding of financial services regulations (e.g., FCA, PRA requirements)
Knowledge of risk frameworks and governance structures
Data analysis and sampling techniques
Clear report writing and presentation skills
Ability to navigate complex organisational structures
Working in internal audit will offer you a dynamic introduction to risk management, internal controls, and business process improvement. For newly qualified ACAs, these positions provide insight across the entire business and a valuable springboard to finance leadership.
Audit remains a popular first move for ACA graduates, with opportunities to move sideways into FP&A, finance transformation or commercial finance. This is because internal roles provide continuity of skillset with increased business visibility.
Typical salary range for newly qualified internal auditors in commercial sectors.
Risk and control knowledge
Analytical thinking
Communication and report writing skills
Stakeholder engagement experience
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Financial accounting roles, including Group Accountants and Financial Reporting Accountants, are a key entry point for ACA-qualified professionals moving into Financial Services.
