Audit Manager

Service Care Solutions; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Job Description

Audit Manager
Greater Manchester Local Authority
Tameside Based
Hybrid Working Role
3 Month Contract (Potential for extension)
Monday to Friday 09:00-17:00
37 Hours per week
£500pd Umbrella

We are looking for an auditor who has proven experience and is highly motivated to deliver a best-in-class audit service. With good analytical and problem-solving skills, technical knowledge, ability to plan and deliver strategic and operational risk-based reviews, understands the audit planning process, good knowledge of the audit standards, excellent communication skills and capable of building relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders.

Ideally, we would like an experienced Senior/Principal Auditor who is ready to take the next step and move into the role of Audit Manager. This is the perfect opportunity to develop into the role, shape the service, with the ability to bring new ideas and innovation, whilst ensuring delivery of the internal audit plan.

Key knowledge & experiences:

1. Deputise for the Head of Assurance in Internal Audit and Counter Fraud matters.
2. Lead and manage the Internal Audit and Counter Fraud Team, ensuring compliance with professional and statutory standards.
3. Develop and deliver the Annual Internal Audit Strategy and Plan based on risk assessments, consulting with key stakeholders.
4. Allocate audit assignments, manage performance, and ensure timely delivery of the Annual Audit Plan.
5. Oversee the conduct of audits and ensure compliance with Public Sector Internal Audit Standards (PSIAS).
6. Manage the co-sourced Internal Audit contract to ensure timely delivery of audit assignments.
7. Conduct strategic and sensitive reviews, grant claim assurance work, and support risk management processes.
8. Lead fraud investigations and risk assessments in line with the Counter Fraud Manual.
9. Advise senior management on risk, controls, and the introduction of new systems and procedures.
10. Prepare reports on Internal Audit and Counter Fraud activities for senior management and governance bodies.
11. Support the Head of Assurance in producing the Annual Governance Statement and assessing control environment effectiveness.
12. Manage the Internal Audit and Counter Fraud budget and ensure the team's continuous professional development.
13. Review and update policies, participate in external assessments, and ensure adherence to best practices.
14. Attend relevant external meetings and represent the Council in regional groups.

Requirements:

You will be an experienced CCAB qualified internal auditor (CIPFA, ICAEW, CIMA, ACCA, MIIA), ideally with Public Sector experience.

If this role is of interest, please just respond to this advert with an up to date copy of your CV or call Jake on 01772 208969.