Audit and Anti-Fraud Manager

Location: East London

Audit & Anti-Fraud Manager - Interim

Spencer Clarke Group are working closely with a Local Authority in East London to appoint an Interim Audit & Anti-Fraud Manager to lead the Council's internal audit and counter-fraud function.

This is a senior interim leadership assignment focused on delivering robust council-wide audit coverage, managing complex fraud investigations.

What's on Offer

Rate: £300 - £500 per day
Contract length: 4-6 months initially
Full-time
Hybrid working
Start: ASAP / subject to notice

The Role

The successful candidate will lead the Audit & Anti-Fraud function, ensuring effective delivery of a risk-based audit plan and the management of sensitive investigations across the Council.

Key responsibilities:

Leading and managing the Audit & Anti-Fraud team (up to 20 staff).
Delivering a comprehensive risk-based internal audit programme.
Overseeing audits across financial systems, contracts, IT and benefits.
Managing complex and sensitive fraud investigations.
Ensuring compliance with statutory and professional audit standards.
Producing and presenting reports to senior officers and Members.
Strengthening internal controls and promoting fraud prevention.

About You

You will ideally have:

Membership of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) or CCAB qualification (CIPFA / ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
Significant Local Authority internal audit leadership experience.
Proven experience managing audit teams and complex investigations.

How to Apply

If you are interested, please submit your CV along with your required day rate. If successful, a consultant will be in touch to discuss further details.
Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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