Principal Auditor (Career Grade)

Wakefield Council; Wakefield; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Wakefield Council is seeking an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual for a role in the Internal Audit Team. This position offers an exciting opportunity to gain qualifications through fully funded study programs while working in a supportive, hybrid environment. The role includes a competitive salary, diverse workload, and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous annual leave entitlement

Occupational pension scheme

Healthcare discounts

Public transport discounts

Gym membership discounts

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and self-motivated individual.
• Good communication skills.
• Qualified or willing to pursue professional qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively within the Internal Audit Team.
• Deliver assurance and advisory services.
• Engage with the Council's Corporate Directorate and external clients.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Chartered Institute of Internal Auditors qualification (or willingness to study)

Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy qualification (or willingness to study)

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual with good communication skills who is either already qualified or willing to study through the Chartered Institute of Internal Auditors or the Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy. Your route to study will be fully funded by the Council leading to theachievement of a highlyregarded qualification in the sector.

As part of the Internal Audit Team, you will be responsible for working collaboratively with a designated Corporate Directorate, other areas of the Council and our external clients in the delivery of assurance and advisory services.

Our vision

We are committed to delivering a modern internal audit service that will help the Council and our external clients to achieve their organisational priorities by providing risk-based and objective assurance, advice and insight.

What can we offer you?

You will have a very diverse and interesting workload, whilst also taking advantage of hybrid ways of working within a supportive environment. Coupled with our commitment to continuing personal development through opportunities for further study and development, Wakefield is a place where your career can grow, you can develop, and the possibilities are endless.

You will also have a competitive salary, generous annual leave entitlement, access to an occupational pension scheme, and future opportunities for promotion. There are also a range of other employee benefits including: healthcare, public transport and gym membership discounts.

Want to Know More?

If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council feel free to contact Julie-Ann Cousins.

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