Senior Auditor
The Senior Auditor delivers risk-based internal audit work across Council services, providing independent assurance on governance, risk management and internal controls. The role includes interviewing key staff and analysis of financial and non-financial information, identifying opportunities for improvement and communicating clear, practical findings and recommendations.
Cheshire West and Chester Council is a place where everyone can Thrive – through our core values of Teamwork, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Value for Money and Empowerment.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Internal Audit team as a Senior Auditor. You will undertake a varied programme of risk-based internal audit work across the full range of Council services, providing independent and objective assurance on the effectiveness of governance, risk management and internal control arrangements. You will plan and deliver audit assignments, analyse and evaluate evidence, identify opportunities to strengthen controls and improve services, and communicate clear, practical findings and recommendations to managers. The role will also contribute to the wider work of the Assurance service, including supporting the Council in safeguarding public resources and managing the risk of fraud.
We are looking for a motivated, adaptable and professionally minded individual with strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills. You will be able to work independently, manage and prioritise a varied workload, exercise sound professional judgement and communicate confidently and constructively with officers at all levels of the Council. You should have relevant internal audit experience and be able to work in accordance with professional internal audit standards. A relevant professional qualification (e.g. CIA, CIPFA or other CCAB-recognised qualification), or equivalent relevant professional experience, is desirable.
The successful candidate will report to the Senior Manager Assurance and work as part of the Internal Audit team. The role requires flexibility in terms of office location and may involve travel across the Borough. If you are interested in applying for this post then please follow the relevant application process. For an informal chat please contact Jim Dean, Senior Manager Assurance at jim.dean@cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk
To find out more information about what it is like to work for Cheshire West and Chester Council including our rewards and benefits please see www.cwcrecruitment.co.uk
Candidates may use AI tools to support proofreading, editing and presentation. However, all application materials should represent the candidate's own experience, perspectives and thinking. We are seeking original and authentic responses, and applicants should ensure that any submission reflects their own analysis, judgement and vision for the role. No candidate will meet every single requirement - if your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you!
Cheshire West and Chester Council are committed to equality and diversity in employment. Please see the Equality Policy for more information.
Cheshire West and Chester Council have adopted a Local Living Wage for our employees which means that all employees will receive a minimum of £13.45 per hour for all contracted hours.
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