Senior Auditor

Tempting Recruitment; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A local authority in Northwest England is seeking an experienced Senior Auditor to enhance their internal audit operations. The role involves planning and executing audits to ensure effective control and governance processes. Candidates should have at least one year of experience in a Senior Auditor role and relevant qualifications. This position offers a hybrid working model, allowing for two days per week in the office, and a competitive pay rate of £30 per hour.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience within a Senior Auditor role or equivalent.
• Can be part qualified if partway through exams.

Responsibilities

• Assist the internal audit team in providing assurance on control and governance processes.
• Research, plan, and prepare draft terms for audit assignments.
• Support management in improving the audit service.

Skills

Experience in local authority or similar organization

Research and planning skills

Continuing Professional Development

Education

ACA, ACCA, CIA or equivalent qualification

Job description

21st November, 2025

Are you eager to land a brand new role? Our client, a busy Local Authority in Northwest England, are looking for an experienced HR Business Partner to join their team and play a crucial role within their human resources operations

Position: Senior Auditor

Rate: £30 per hour (Umbrella, Outside IR35)

Contract Duration: Temporary (3 Months) with Possible Extension

Working Arrangement: Hybrid - 2 days per week in the office

Job Purpose

• The Auditor will assist the internal audit team in providing assurance on the effectiveness of the Council's systems of internal control, risk management, and governance processes. The Auditor will work closely with senior management to agree improvements to the ways in which the Council operates.

Job Responsibilities

• The Auditor will research, plan, and prepare draft terms of reference in respect of audit assignments for approval by the Internal Audit Manager and the Head of Assurance.
• The Auditor will plan audit work so that it is conducted efficiently and effectively in line with agreed deadlines and budget.
• The Auditor will support management in continuously improving the audit service.

Job Requirements

• Previous experience working within a local authority or a similar organisation.
• At least 1 year experience within a Senior Auditor role or equivalent.
• ACA, ACCA, CIA (or an alternative qualification) - can be part qualified if part way through exams.
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development.

Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying, please press the button below, send your CV to [e-mail] or contact James on 020 3854 4907 to discuss further. To explore other exciting opportunities or learn more about our recruitment process, please visit our website https://www.temptingrecruitment