Summary: The Interim Internal Audit and Counter Fraud Manager will oversee the Internal Audit and Counter Fraud functions within the Assurance department, supporting the Head of Assurance in achieving the Council's strategic objectives. This role requires strong leadership and management skills to ensure compliance with professional standards while fostering positive relationships with various stakeholders. The position also involves developing audit strategies and plans based on risk assessments. The role is hybrid, allowing for a mix of remote and on-site work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deputise for the Head of Assurance on matters relating to Internal Audit and Counter Fraud, whenever necessary.
• Develop and lead the Internal Audit and Counter Fraud Team ensuring that it meets relevant professional and statutory standard.
• Provide a managerial function in respect of the Internal Audit and Counter Fraud Team, working without direct supervision to organise and prioritise workloads with the Team.
• Liaise with the Chief Executive, senior management, other officers, Chair of the Audit Committee, Members, External Audit, the Police, members of the public and other parties as appropriate to establish and maintain sound working relationships and to foster at all times a positive and professional image of the service.
• Produce the Annual Internal Audit Strategy and Plan on an annual risk assessment for consideration by the Head of Assurance.
• Consult with the Chief Executive, Directors, Greater Manchester Pension Fund (GMPF) Assistant Directors, Assistant Directors Delivery Group, Senior Leadership Team, Chair of the Audit Panel, and External Audit in the production of the Annual Plan.

Key Skills:

• CCAB qualified (CIPFA, ICAEW, CIMA, ACCA, MIIA).
• Counter Fraud (e.g. Advanced Certificate in Investigative Practice or equivalent).
• Public sector experience and understanding of internal audit.
• Management / supervisory experience in internal audit, preferably in the public sector.
• Technical auditing and accounting skills.
• Ability to analyse complex data.

Salary (Rate): 370.00

City: Ashton Under Lyne

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Other