AI Development Manager position in Financial Audit - London

This role is key to integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into financial audit processes, with a focus on creating and implementing Generative AI (GenAI) and predictive analytics solutions to boost efficiency, quality, and innovation.

As part of the Financial Audit Data Analytics Team, the AI Specialist will take the lead in using modern AI tools like Microsoft Azure AI Foundry, Copilot Studio, and ChatGPT Enterprise to deliver customized AI solutions for real-world audit projects.

Key Responsibilities

AI Solution Development

• Design and implement AI-enabled tools using Azure AI Foundry, Copilot Studio, and ChatGPT Enterprise to support audit methodology.
• Build client-specific AI copilots and automation workflows for audit tasks such as planning, documentation, and evidence review.

Predictive Analytics & Machine Learning

• Experiment with ML algorithms (e.g., K-Means, Decision Trees, Isolation Forest, ARIMA) for anomaly detection, risk assessment, and forecasting.
• Collaborate with technical teams to integrate predictive models into audit processes.

Audit Integration & Enablement

• Work alongside audit teams to identify engagement-specific AI use cases.
• Document benefits, challenges, and lessons learned for each engagement.
• Ensure compliance with security, regulatory, and audit quality standards.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Partner with audit, technology, and compliance teams to align AI initiatives with firm strategy.
• Provide training and guidance to audit teams on AI tools and workflows.

Innovation & Roadmap

• Develop a roadmap for scaling AI solutions across the audit function.
• Contribute to the creation of an AI Centre of Excellence.

Qualifications

Experience

• Strong background in financial audit with exposure to technology-enabled audit solutions.
• Hands-on experience with AI platforms such as Azure AI Foundry, Copilot Studio, ChatGPT Enterprise, or similar.

Technical Skills

• Familiarity with Generative AI concepts and AI agent development.
• Awareness of machine learning algorithms and predictive analytics techniques.
• Understanding of data integration and RAG pipelines.

Professional Qualification

• ACA, ACCA, or equivalent is desirable.

Interpersonal Skills

• Ability to collaborate effectively across teams and communicate complex concepts clearly.
• Strong stakeholder management and problem-solving skills.

Additional Responsibilities

• Support training and onboarding of audit teams in AI-enabled workflows.
• Maintain documentation of AI processes and solutions for knowledge transfer and compliance.
• Participate in project planning and execution to ensure timely delivery of AI solutions.

Expectations

• Demonstrate a proactive approach to identifying opportunities for AI to enhance audit efficiency and effectiveness.
• Contribute to a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the audit team.

About the Firm

This is a leading national audit, tax, advisory, and consulting organisation with global reach and local expertise. As part of one of the top 10 accounting networks in the world, the firm has access to more than 40,000 people in over 140+ countries and across more than 800+ offices globally.

The vision is to be recognised as essential to the future success of clients by helping them answer tomorrow’s questions and make smart decisions that have lasting value through the highest quality audit, tax, advisory, and consulting services.

The firm is committed to creating an environment where talented people can realise their potential, succeed, and enjoy what they do by making a positive difference to clients, communities, and each other.

Culture & Values

• A collaborative, inclusive, and friendly culture that places people at the centre of everything.
• Investment in professional development, continued learning, and career progression.
• Encouragement of new ideas and innovation, with a focus on delivering excellent services.
• Commitment to equal opportunity and diversity, ensuring everyone can flourish and achieve their full potential.
• Flexible working arrangements to support growth and wellbeing.

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Key words- AI Jobs, Data Analytics Jobs, AI for Financial Audit, Audit Jobs,

Categories: Audit and Risk Advisory

Roles: Manager

Locations: London