This role is crucial for ensuring comprehensive audit coverage of the Council's operations, aligning with Section 151 responsibilities. The position involves managing ongoing internal audits across various Council functions, including financial systems, contracts, computer audits, schools, housing benefits, and autonomous bodies. The aim is to ensure probity, compliance, and value for money in Council services. Additionally, the role requires ensuring that all audits and investigations comply with statutory requirements and corporate policies, thereby supporting the Director of Finance's statutory responsibilities.
Responsibilities
Manage continuous internal audits of Council operations, including financial systems and contracts.
Ensure audits align with statutory requirements and corporate policies.
Oversee audits of schools, housing benefits, and autonomous bodies.
Ensure probity, compliance, and value for money in Council services.
Manage and critically review investigations into Housing Benefit fraud and other irregularities.
Conduct complex, contentious, and sensitive investigations as needed.
Requirements
Requirements:
Membership in the Institute of Internal Auditors or qualification as an accountant with a member of the CCAB.
Experience in managing internal audits and investigations.
Strong understanding of statutory requirements and corporate policies.
Ability to conduct complex and sensitive investigations.
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