Senior Auditor (02555)

Are you an experienced auditor looking for a new challenge within a dynamic and supportive organisation? West Berkshire Council is seeking a Senior Auditor to join our Audit Service, reporting to the Audit Manager. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience of undertaking a diverse range of audits across all Council services and functions, in order to provide assurance on the effectiveness of governance, risk and control frameworks.

About The Role

As a Senior Auditor, you will play a key role in delivering a range of audit assignments across the organisation, providing valuable insights and recommendations to improve processes and mitigate risks. Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting audits to evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes
• Ensuring audit work is undertaken in accordance with the Global Internal Audit Standards (GIAS) in the UK Public Sector
• Identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive recommendations to service areas
• Preparation of audit reports and presenting findings to management
• Supporting the Audit Manager in the delivery of the annual audit plan
• In addition to the above, you may also be involved in fraud investigations, advisory work, and other tasks as determined by the Audit Manager.
  
  

About You

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and attributes:

• Proven experience in auditing, ideally within a public sector environment
• Sound knowledge of audit principles, practices, and methodologies
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess risks and identify control weaknesses
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels
• Self-motivated and organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Team player with a collaborative approach, as well as the ability to work independently

Why Work for West Berkshire Council?

West Berkshire Council is committed to being an employer of choice and offers a range of excellent employment benefits, including:

• A competitive salary of up to £48,226 per annum
• Flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance
• Access to a wide range of relevant training and development opportunities
• Local government pension scheme
• Family-friendly policies
• A range of local discounts
• And much more!
• You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave entitlement starting at 29 days per annum (plus public holidays) Rising by an additional 5 days after 5 years’ service.
  
  

Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

In addition to the above, you will also benefit from a generous annual leave entitlement and flexible working arrangements to support your personal and professional commitments.

If you would like to learn more about this role, please contact Julie Gillhespey, Audit Manager, on 01635 519455 or email julie.gillhespey@westberks.gov.uk

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Equal Opportunities

The Council supports Equal Opportunity of employment, and positively encourages applications from people who fall within any of the nine protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.

How To Apply

Please now complete a short online application form. You will then be able to upload your CV.

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