Interim Principal Auditor

Description

Role purpose

To lead and deliver risk-based internal audit reviews, providing independent assurance on the Council's governance, risk management and internal control arrangements.

Key responsibilities

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Lead and deliver the Council's risk-based internal audit programme.

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Undertake financial, operational and systems audits.

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Identify control weaknesses and make practical recommendations.

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Prepare audit reports and present findings to senior managers.

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Agree and monitor management action plans.

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Undertake follow-up audits.

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Support and supervise other members of the audit team.

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Advise managers on governance, risk and internal control matters.

Essential requirements

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Proven internal audit experience, specifically Local Government.

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Strong knowledge of local authority financial controls and governance.

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Experience managing audits independently from planning to reporting.

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Excellent analytical, report-writing and communication skills.

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Ability to engage confidently with senior management. xjnqpsq

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Relevant professional audit qualification desirable (CMIIA, CIA or CCAB).

Key requirement: An experienced, hands-on auditor who can quickly integrate into the team and deliver audits with minimal supervision

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