Internal Auditor

Internal Auditor

My client requires a candidate with the following skills:-
Experience of working in an Audit environment.
Ability to apply the latest audit techniques and procedures particularly in relation to new technology, computer assisted auditing and to maintain an up to date knowledge of financial and related issues affecting clients.
An Audit or Accountancy qualification (eg IIA or AAT), or the ability to demonstrate significant experience.
To undertake a range of audits (systems, probity, operational and technical) for the range of systems across the whole Authority and other bodies, at various establishments, within agreed timescales in a professional and cost effective manner.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:
1.To plan and undertake various types of audit, at system or establishment level ensuring that accepted and agreed work standards are achieved and maintained.
2.To be able to risk assess an auditable area and develop a plan of work and programme of testing to be undertaken for each audit review. To draft aterms of reference and undertake and complete audits within agreed timescales using audit software (currently TeamMate), in order to assess the control exercised in the Authority and other bodies.
3.To communicate clearly, precisely and effectively with all levels of the Authority and other bodies and work co-operatively to achieve common goals
4.To produce practicable recommendations in an action plan which willimprove control and reduce risk as appropriate.
5.To be able to produce a written report summarising to Management key findings of the review and give an overall control and risk opinion.
6.To engage with the client/auditee efficiently and conduct appropriate exit meetings at the conclusion of the audit.

7.To ensure that:-
a)audits are planned and completed to acceptable standards,
b)audits meet defined financial and time targets,
c)appropriate evidence is obtained,
d)proper records and working papers are kept,
e)recommendations are made to obviate weaknesses,
f)draft reports are completed for review by the Business Audit Managerand for discussion with auditee management,
g)clients are kept informed of progress,
h)draft and final audit reports issued promptly,
i)good client relationships are maintained throughout the Audit process,
j)electronic audit files are kept up to date,
k)time recording is accurately completed using the Section's time recording system,
l)the relevant quality standards and procedures of the Internal Audit Service are complied with,
m)all County Council policies, procedures, standards and instructions are adhered to,
n)a high level of tact and diplomacy is maintained when dealing with sensitive issues.

To maintain confidentiality of information acquired in the course of undertaking duties for the department or whilst on Council business.

Excellent Client and a great opportunity. Please email me your CV thanks,