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Internal Audit Intern, 1 year fixed term contract

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IQVIA

Jan 10

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Accounting & Tax
    Banking & Finance
  • London

Requirements

  • 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
  • The position may involve some international travel.

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.

FAQs

What is the duration of the Internal Audit Intern position?

The position is a 1-year fixed-term contract, starting in August 2025.

What will be my main responsibilities as an Internal Audit Intern?

You will participate in internal audit reviews, perform SOX 404 testing, identify risks, assess compliance with financial policies, and document audit findings among other tasks.

Is this position open to international candidates?

The candidate must be authorized to work in the United Kingdom on a full-time basis without additional sponsorship requirements.

What educational background is required for this role?

Applicants need to have completed two years of a bachelor's degree program with a focus on Accounting and Finance.

Will I receive training during this internship?

Yes, you will have the opportunity to learn about financial risks, operational processes, and controls, as well as gain hands-on experience in internal audit activities.

Are there opportunities for networking and collaboration in this role?

Yes, you will work closely with Audit Managers, Audit Directors, other internal audit colleagues, and key teams such as external auditors and business teams across Finance and Operations.

What skills are necessary to excel as an Internal Audit Intern?

Key skills include excellent communication abilities, attention to detail, analytical thinking, multitasking, and proficiency with Microsoft Office products.

Will there be any travel involved in this position?

Yes, the position may involve some international travel.

What is the focus of the internal audit team?

The internal audit team evaluates risks and controls within IQVIA's financial and business processes in support of the Internal Audit Plan and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) 404 compliance testing.

How does this internship benefit my career development?

This internship provides practical experience in auditing and finance, which can enhance your understanding of corporate financial processes and improve your competencies in risk management and internal controls.

Accelerate innovation for a healthier world.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

IQVIA (NYSE:IQV) is a leading global provider of advanced analytics, technology solutions, and clinical research services to the life sciences industry. IQVIA creates intelligent connections across all aspects of healthcare through its analytics, transformative technology, big data resources and extensive domain expertise. IQVIA Connected Intelligence™ delivers powerful insights with speed and agility — enabling customers to accelerate the clinical development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments that improve healthcare outcomes for patients. With approximately 86,000 employees, IQVIA conducts operations in more than 100 countries. IQVIA is a global leader in protecting individual patient privacy. The company uses a wide variety of privacy-enhancing technologies and safeguards to protect individual privacy while generating and analyzing information on a scale that helps healthcare stakeholders identify disease patterns and correlate with the precise treatment path and therapy needed for better outcomes. IQVIA’s insights and execution capabilities help biotech, medical device and pharmaceutical companies, medical researchers, government agencies, payers and other healthcare stakeholders tap into a deeper understanding of diseases, human behaviors and scientific advances, in an effort to advance their path toward cures.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental and vision coverage

  • Employee Assistance Programs

  • Mental health support

  • Flexible work environment

  • Time off for leisure, personal time and corporate holidays

  • Parental leave for birth or adoption

  • Paid leave for other life matters (i.e., illness, bereavement, jury duty, military service, etc.)

  • Retirement and savings plans

  • Commuter benefits

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