Senior Auditor

Job Description

3 Month Contract With A Local Authority

The Senior Auditor provides an independent, objective assurance and consulting service on the Council’s control environment. The role evaluates and reports on the adequacy, efficiency, and effectiveness of internal controls, contributing to the proper, economic, efficient, and effective use of resources.

• Undertake risk-based audits of key systems and processes.
• Identify strengths, weaknesses, and risks, and recommend improvements.
  
  Prioritise and manage audit assignments to meet deadlines and client requirements.
• Conduct opening and closing meetings with management.
• Maintain clear audit records.
• Prepare and present concise, accurate, and reliable audit reports.
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with staff, elected members, external auditors, and stakeholders.
• Ensure audits comply with PSIAS, Council policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Train and develop junior auditors, monitor progress, and provide guidance.
• Conduct fraud investigations, participate in hearings, and provide guidance on governance and internal controls.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of audit methodologies, legislation, and industry standards.
• Provide practical advice to Chief Officers and managers on improving controls and governance.

Ensure implementation of high-priority recommendations and continuous process improvement.

• Part-qualified CIPFA (Diploma) or equivalent (AAT, IIA, QICA).
• Proven public sector audit experience.
• Strong organisational, analytical, and investigative skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, including report writing.
• Ability to persuade and negotiate with managers to implement recommendations.
• Understanding of internal audit standards, financial regulations, and relevant legislation.
• Accredited ICT skills.
• Experience in fraud investigation.
• Working knowledge of local government audit practices.
• Welsh language skills (spoken and written).