Senior Auditor

Public Sector; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Dartford Borough Council and Sevenoaks District Council are seeking a Senior Auditor for their Internal Audit Partnership. This role involves delivering audit services, mentoring junior colleagues, and contributing to governance and risk management. Ideal candidates will have internal audit experience, strong analytical skills, and a relevant professional qualification.

Qualifications

• Proven risk-based Internal Audit experience.
• Ability to mentor junior colleagues.
• Understanding of working in a regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Conducting audits according to Public Sector Internal Audit Standards.
• Mentoring and supervising junior auditors.
• Reporting on follow-up actions from audits.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Presentation

Written skills

Education

CIA/PIIA qualification

Job description

Dartford Borough Council and Sevenoaks District Council are seeking aSenior Auditorto join their collaborative Internal Audit Partnership. This pivotal role offers the chance to deliver accurate audit services, mentor junior colleagues, and contribute significantly to the governance and risk management of the two local authorities.

As a Senior Auditor, you’ll be responsible for:

• Conducting work in accordance with Public Sector Internal Audit Standards (PSIAS)
• Delivering a personal audit plan focused on complex areas, providing valuable advice and assurance to both Councils each year
• Leading and supervising audits conducted by Auditors and Trainees, ensuring quality and adherence to professional standards.
• Mentoring and coaching junior team members, supporting their growth and development with a proactive, growth-mindset approach.
• Taking responsible for reporting on the follow-up of agreed audit actions and recommendations.
• Undertaking high-profile strategic projects and thematic reviews to deliver added value consultancy.
• Liaising with senior managers from both organisations to provide expert insight and guidance on internal control, governance, and risk management.
• Able to step up and deputise for Audit Manager and attend senior management meetings

As a Senior Auditor you will have:

• Recent, proven risk-based Internal Audit experience.
• A CIA/PIIA qualification or equivalent level of experience.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and written skills.
• Strong analytical skills to draw detailed conclusions from complex data.
• Knowledge or understanding of working in a regulated environment