Job Description
Audit Executive - Local Government
Location: North London (Hybrid Working)
Rate/Salary: Competitive
Contract Type: Permanent
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Audit Executive to join a high performing Internal Audit team within a large public sector organisation.
This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified audit professional with strong local government experience to lead and deliver risk based audits across a diverse range of services. You will play a key role in providing independent assurance, identifying areas for improvement and supporting effective governance, risk management and control across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
* Plan and deliver internal audit assignments from initial scoping through to final reporting.
* Conduct compliance, operational and systems based audits across a wide range of service areas.
* Apply risk based auditing principles in accordance with professional standards.
* Produce high quality audit reports, findings and recommendations.
* Undertake follow up reviews to ensure agreed actions have been implemented.
* Provide professional advice and guidance to managers and stakeholders on audit and control matters.
* Review governance, financial, procurement and contract management arrangements.
* Support investigations and special audit reviews where required.
* Contribute to the development of audit methodologies, work programmes and service improvements.
* Assist in the mentoring and development of junior audit colleagues.
* Deliver training and awareness sessions to stakeholders across the organisation.
Essential Requirements
* Relevant professional qualification such as CIPFA, CCAB, IIA or AAT.
* Degree level qualification or equivalent experience.
* Minimum 5 years' experience delivering internal audits within a public sector organisation.
* Proven experience undertaking audits from planning and fieldwork through to final report.
* Strong understanding of risk based internal auditing.
* Knowledge of local government finance, governance and statutory frameworks.
* Experience auditing procurement, contracts and financial controls.
* Excellent report writing and stakeholder management skills.
* Ability to manage multiple audit assignments and work independently.
Desirable Experience
* Experience working within a large local authority environment.
* Knowledge of fraud prevention and investigation processes.
* Experience supporting organisational change, transformation or service improvement programmes.
What's on Offer
* Hybrid working arrangement.
* Opportunity to work across a broad range of council services.
* Professional development and training opportunities.
* Exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic projects.
* Supportive and collaborative working environment.
*Rates depend on experience and client requirements