Senior Auditor
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2 days ago
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Job Summary
2-3 month contract role with a Local Authority
Job Summary:
The Senior Auditor will support the delivery of internal audit and corporate fraud services within the Council.
The role involves undertaking risk-based audits evaluating internal controls and providing assurance on governance risk management and financial processes.
The post holder will contribute to maintaining high standards of financial integrity and compliance across Council services.
Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):
Plan and deliver internal audit assignments in line with agreed audit plans and professional standards.
Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls risk management and governance arrangements.
Identify risks control weaknesses and areas for improvement providing practical recommendations.
Prepare clear and concise audit reports for management including findings and action plans.
Support investigations into suspected fraud irregularities or financial mismanagement where required.
Monitor and follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations.
Liaise with service managers and stakeholders to gather information and provide professional advice.
Ensure compliance with relevant legislation regulations and internal policies.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of audit processes and methodologies.
Skills/Experience:
Proven experience in internal audit preferably within a local authority or public sector environment.
Strong understanding of audit principles risk management and internal control frameworks.
Experience of delivering risk-based audits from planning through to reporting.
Knowledge of financial systems governance and compliance requirements.
Ability to analyse complex data and identify key risks and issues.
Strong written and verbal communication skills including report writing.
Ability to build effective working relationships and influence stakeholders.
High level of attention to detail and professional judgement.
Relevant professional qualification (e.g. IIA ACCA CIPFA) or working towards (desirable).
Additional Information:
Bi-Weekly Payments.
Client: East Suffolk Council.
Location: Riverside (office-based/hybrid depending on service needs).
Hours: 37 hours per week (09:00 17:30).
Required Skills:
Proven experience in internal audit preferably within a local authority or public sector environment. Strong understanding of audit principles risk management and internal control frameworks. Experience of delivering risk-based audits from planning through to reporting. Knowledge of financial systems governance and compliance requirements. Ability to analyse complex data and identify key risks and issues. Strong written and verbal communication skills including report writing. Ability to build effective working relationships and influence stakeholders. High level of attention to detail and professional judgement. Relevant professional qualification (e.g. IIA ACCA CIPFA) or working towards (desirable).
