Senior Auditor

Responsibilities

• Delivering a programme of risk-focused internal audits across a range of council services
• Leading audit assignments from planning and scoping through to reporting and follow-up
• Assessing the effectiveness of governance, risk management and internal control arrangements
• Engaging with senior stakeholders to agree findings and practical recommendations
• Providing audit advice, consultancy and supporting investigations into complex issues, irregularities or fraud where required.
• Ensuring work is completed within agreed deadlines and professional standards

The ideal candidate for the Senior Auditor role will have

• Demonstrable experience within a Local Authority internal audit function
• A strong grasp of risk-based auditing methodologies and control frameworks
• Experience delivering risk-based internal audits across complex, technical, political or sensitive areas within a Local Authority environment.
• The ability to produce clear, concise reports with evidence-based conclusions
• CCAB, CMIIA, PIIA or AAT qualified, or part-qualified with substantial relevant internal audit experience.