Job Overview
The Finance Audit Placement Student (start in August 2025) will participate as a member of the global internal audit team responsible for evaluating risks and controls within IQVIA financial and business processes in support of the Internal Audit Plan and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) 404 compliance testing program.
This role will have the opportunity to learn about financial risks, operational processes and controls over financial reporting for a global multi-national corporation. Learnings can be directly applied to day-to-day responsibilities through completion of audit or SOX testing for assigned business units and controls.
The Placement Student will work closely with Audit Managers, Audit Directors, and other internal audit colleagues as well as other key teams including our external auditors and business teams across Finance and Operations.
Role and Responsibilities
- Participates in internal audit reviews, conducts interviews with management and performs testing, including documentation of results and completion of work papers in accordance with relevant internal and external standards.
- Performs SOX 404 testing companywide in accordance with the annual SOX testing plan.
- Identifies risks associated with the processes under review.
- Determines financial policies and procedures compliance.
- Identifies internal control weaknesses and assists with preparation of audit observations and improvement recommendation for audit management review.
- Participates in Internal Audit team meetings and performs other ad hoc departmental tasks as required.
Educational Requirements & Core Skillsets
- Completion of two years of a bachelor’s degree program with a focus on Accounting and Finance
- Authorized to work in the United Kingdom on a full-time basis without additional sponsorship requirements
- Understanding of basic accounting concepts
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including written and presentation skills
- Attention to detail to ensure completeness and accuracy of work performed
- Ability to prioritise, multitask and meet reporting deadlines
- Strong analytical skills with a curiosity to learn and understand complex problems
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, Outlook
- High level of confidentiality when dealing with highly sensitive information.
Additional Requirements
- The position may involve some international travel.
IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com