Audit and Anti-Fraud Manager

CRA Group Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Greater London is seeking an experienced Audit and Anti-Fraud Manager to lead the internal audit and anti-fraud function. The role entails managing a large team, ensuring compliance and effective coverage across various services, and overseeing complex fraud investigations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in public sector audit, strong governance knowledge, and proven leadership skills. This position offers a chance to impact governance and risk management within the council.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in internal audit and anti-fraud within a local authority or public sector environment.
• Strong knowledge of Section 151 responsibilities, governance, risk and internal control frameworks.
• Proven experience managing and leading large teams.
• Experience managing complex fraud investigations and audit reviews.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Council's internal audit and anti-fraud function.
• Oversee complex investigations and support the Director of Finance.
• Plan, deliver, and monitor a risk-based Audit and Anti-Fraud Plan.
• Direct and manage sensitive and high-risk fraud investigations.

Skills

Internal audit

Fraud prevention

Data analytics

Stakeholder management

Report writing

Decision-making

Job description

• The Royal Borough of Greenwich is seeking an experienced Audit and Anti-Fraud Manager to cover a vacant post within the Finance Directorate.
• The role is responsible for managing the Council's internal audit and anti-fraud function, ensuring effective audit coverage, probity, compliance and value for money across Council services.
• Reporting to the Head of Audit & Anti-Fraud, the postholder will manage a large team, oversee complex investigations, and support the Director of Finance in discharging statutory Section 151 responsibilities., Manage and lead the Audit and Anti-Fraud Team, including responsibility for up to 20 staff.
• Deputise for the Head of Audit & Anti-Fraud as required.
• Plan, deliver and monitor a risk-based Audit and Anti-Fraud Plan in line with statutory requirements.
• Manage and review internal audits across corporate finance systems, contracts, IT, schools, housing benefits and Council-funded services.
• Direct and manage complex, sensitive and high-risk fraud investigations, including Housing Benefit fraud and corporate irregularities.
• Ensure audits and investigations comply with legislation, professional standards, Accounts and Audit Regulations and CIPFA Internal Audit Code of Practice.
• Provide assurance to senior management on governance, risk management and internal controls.
• Produce high-quality audit and investigation reports with practical recommendations and monitor implementation.
• Liaise with Chief Officers, Members, external agencies, Police and regulatory bodies as required.
• Promote fraud prevention, fraud awareness training and continuous improvement across the Council.
• Ensure confidentiality, whistleblowing protection and adherence to data protection and legal requirements.
• Maintain quality standards including ISO and Investors in People accreditation.
  Significant experience in internal audit and anti-fraud within a local authority or public sector environment.
• Strong knowledge of Section 151 responsibilities, governance, risk and internal control frameworks.
• Proven experience managing and leading large teams.
• Experience of managing complex fraud investigations and audit reviews.
• In-depth knowledge of relevant legislation, Accounts and Audit Regulations and professional audit standards (CIPFA).
• Experience producing reports for senior management, Members, committees and external bodies.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to advise and influence at senior level.
• Experience of using modern audit and investigation techniques, including data analytics.
• Excellent written, analytical and decision-making skills.