Senior Internal Auditor: Strengthen Controls & Risk

5 Star Recruitment; Bexleyheath; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The Council is seeking a Senior Auditor to join the Internal Audit team. You will undertake project-based internal audit assignments and proactive reviews across services, reporting findings with recommendations to strengthen controls and reduce risk.

You will work with Auditors and Trainee Auditors, performing testing, observations and documentary reviews with minimal supervision, ensuring outputs meet Public Sector Internal Auditing Standards and governance expectations.

Qualifications

• Studying for or have achieved the Certified Internal Auditor or equivalent with the IIA.
• CCAB-recognised qualification (ICAEW/ICAS/ICAI/ACCA/CIPFA/CIMA) or Level 1.
• Full membership of the AAT or AAT Level 3 Diploma

Responsibilities

• Audit operational, management or governance systems with minimal supervision.
• Develop terms of reference, risk control evaluation and testing schedule.
• Coordinate with officers to complete audits within timeframes.
• Record fieldwork, testing and findings with evidence.
• Mentor new staff and support service improvement.
• Adhere to Public Sector Internal Auditing Standards.

Skills

Data analysis

MS Office

Analytical skills

Education

Certified Internal Auditor (IIA) or equivalent

CCAB-recognised qualification or Level 1

AAT Level 3 Diploma

Job description

The Council is seeking a Senior Auditor to join the Internal Audit team. You will undertake project-based internal audit assignments and proactive reviews across services, reporting findings with recommendations to strengthen controls and reduce risk.

You will work with Auditors and Trainee Auditors, performing testing, observations and documentary reviews with minimal supervision, ensuring outputs meet Public Sector Internal Auditing Standards and governance expectations.