Internal Audit Executive

Barnet Council; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

31 days annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Lifestyle discounts

Training opportunities

Employee well-being programs

Job summary

A local government organisation in Greater London is seeking an Audit Executive responsible for delivering audits across council services. The role requires relevant qualifications in auditing and a strong understanding of local government finance. Responsibilities include planning and executing audits, providing guidance to junior auditors, and ensuring accurate reporting. Benefits include generous leave options, flexible working arrangements, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Hold a relevant qualification such as CIPFA, AAT, IIA or another CCAB-recognised qualification, along with a degree or equivalent.
• Bring sound knowledge of auditing principles and demonstrable experience of conducting internal audits.
• Strong understanding of local government finance and ability to apply risk‑based auditing.

Responsibilities

• Deliver flexible and responsive audits across a range of council services.
• Take ownership of audit assignments from planning through to completion.
• Provide professional advice and support to junior auditors.

Skills

Knowledge of auditing principles

Experience conducting internal audits

Understanding of local government finance

Risk-based auditing

Education

Relevant qualification (CIPFA, AAT, IIA or equivalent)

Degree or equivalent

Job description

Client Job Reference: 1154

About Barnet Council

Barnet is a borough with much to be proud of. Our excellent schools, vibrant town centres, vast green spaces and diverse communities all help make it a great place to live and work. As a council we want to build on these strengths as we move into the future. We are growing and developing as an organisation to meet the challenges facing our borough and we are committed to working with partner organisations and residents to make Barnet even better. As an organisation, our staff are committed to Our Values: Learning to Improve, Caring, Inclusive, Collaborative – which drive everything we do.

About the role

As an Audit Executive, you’ll play a key role in delivering flexible and responsive audits across a range of council services. You’ll take ownership of audit assignments from planning through to completion, ensuring timely and accurate reporting. The role involves reviewing value for money, identifying system weaknesses, and contributing to service improvements. You’ll also provide professional advice, support junior auditors, and participate in internal projects and training initiatives. This is a varied and impactful role within the Assurance & Public Protection Directorate.

About you

• You’ll hold a relevant qualification such as CIPFA, AAT, IIA or another CCAB-recognised qualification, along with a degree or equivalent.
• You’ll bring sound knowledge of auditing principles and standards, and demonstrable experience of conducting internal audits within a public sector setting.
• A strong understanding of local government finance and services is essential, as is the ability to apply risk‑based auditing in practice.

What we offer

• 31 days annual leave, plus public and bank holidays
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, which provides a valuable guaranteed income in your retirement together with security for your dependants
• Work‑life balance options may include hybrid working, flexitime, job share, home working, part‑time
• A vast range of lifestyle discounts from major retailers, supermarkets, energy suppliers and more
• Broad range of payroll benefits including cycle to work, eye care vouchers, travel and gym membership
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Employee well‑being training programmes including confidential employee assistance

How to apply

Read the job description and person specification before clicking ‘Apply’ to commence the online application form. If you would like any further information about the role before applying, please contact Ian Speirs, Internal Audit Manager [e-mail]

Barnet Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Barnet operates stringent safer recruitment procedures, this may include AI Detection Screening, Biometric ID/Right to Work Checks, Qualification and Registration Checks, Up to 6 years of Employment Data and Insights to Accelerate Screening (Konfir), Up to 5 years of Employment History References, DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) Checks, Credit Checks and Social Media, Sanctions and Occupational Health Screening.

To deliver Barnet Council’s commitment to equality of opportunity in the provision of services, all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. As such we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

Barnet Council embraces all forms of flexible working (including part‑time, compressed hours, and hybrid working) and is committed to offering employees a healthy work‑life balance. Candidates are encouraged to talk about relevant requirements and preferences at interview. We can’t promise to give you exactly what you want, but we do promise not to judge you for asking.

Barnet Council is a Disability Confident Committed Employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply.

All posts with the council are subject to a probationary period of six months, during which time you will be required to demonstrate to the council satisfaction your suitability for the position in which you will be employed.

Due to the high number of applications that are received for some posts we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient number of applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible.

Please ensure you regularly check the email account (including JUNK MAIL folders) that you use to submit your application, as any further communication regarding your application will be sent electronically. Should you not hear from us within four working weeks of the closing date for this post, then regretfully in this instance, you have not been shortlisted.