Job Description
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).
Requirements
• 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).