Principal Auditor
Principal Auditor
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31-07-2025
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Job Description
1-2 Months Contracts with a local authority
Job Purpose
- The Principal Auditor will support the Head of Assurance in the delivery of the Internal Audit and Counter Fraud Plans. They will be responsible for delivering a varied portfolio of work including audit reviews proactive fraud investigations contract reviews and project management.
Key Duties/Accountabilities
- Provide assurance on the effectiveness of the Council s systems of internal control risk management and governance processes.
- Research plan and prepare draft terms of reference for audit assignments.
- Plan and conduct audit work efficiently and effectively.
- Undertake follow-up reviews of audits and support management in continuously improving the audit service.
- Work with senior management to agree on improvements to the Council s operations.
- Collaborate with the management team to ensure that controls adequately address identified risks and are working effectively.
- Utilize analytical skills to undertake data analysis and data mining.
Essential Experience Required
- Experience as an internal auditor with experience in the public sector being desirable.
- Familiarity with handling Council s systems of internal control risk management and governance processes.
Essential Qualification Required
- Qualifications: ACA ACCA CIA (or an alternative qualification); can be part-qualified if part way through exams.
Additional Information to Note
- Working Hours: 36 hours per week.
- DBS check required for this role.
- The role is hybrid with an expectation to come into the office 2 days a week with flexible and alternating days.
- Location: Civic Offices 2 Watling Street Bexleyheath Kent DA6 7AT United Kingdom
- The role closes on 18th July 2025 apply ASAP.
Requirements
Requirements
- Experience as an internal auditor
- Familiarity with public sector operations
- Qualifications: ACA ACCA CIA or equivalent
- Ability to undertake data analysis and data mining
The Principal Auditor will assist the Head of Assurance in providing assurance on the effectiveness of the Council s systems of internal control, risk management, and governance processes. The Principal Auditor will work closely with senior management to agree improvements to the ways in which the Council operates.
Education
Qualifications: ACA, ACCA, CIA (or an alternative qualification) - can be part qualified if part way through exams.
Employment Type
Full Time
Key Skills
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