Internal Scrutiny Lead

We are currently seeking someone with a financial background, with an AAT qualification (or working towards it), as well as experience and an understanding of working within the Education sector to join our Internal Scrutiny Team on a permanent basis.

Main Purpose of the Job

To ensure effective Internal Audit service delivery:

• Visit Academies and Schools to undertake transactional testing as per the toolkit
• Manage the growing Internal Audit Team with continuous conversations
• To organise the bookings in accordance with Customer Requests
• To quality check, collate and distribute to schools any Internal Audit Reports
• Liaise with the Business Services Lead to ensure any specific areas are addressed
• To identify areas requiring improvement to the Business Services Lead
• To provide feedback to members of the Senior Leadership Team and / or Trustees in the academies
• To assist in the production of the Internal Audit Report after each visit
• To provide guidance and best practice advice where relevant to various stakeholders
• Signpost Academy Staff to further advice and support where necessary
• Participate in training and briefings
• Keep up to date with current educational developments and audit requirements affecting Internal Scrutiny across all Academies
• Support the wider finance team managing the maintained schools audit programme (SIC / SFVS)

You will be supported by a central administration team and be provided with regular training, briefings and updates.

It is essential you can drive and have your own transport; the role will involve travelling to schools.

Experience

• Experience of working in an educational environment would be highly desirable.

Key Objectives

• Deadlines met
• Positive feedback from colleagues and customers
• Productivity targets met

Key Skills

• Ideally AAT qualified or working towards a similar qualification
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft packages, e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook etc.
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to organise own workload
• Accurate keyboard skills for use in producing a range of documents.
• Knows how to maintain accurate records.
• Demonstrates an understanding of confidentiality and data protection requirements in the workplace.
• Works on own initiative.
• Research and problem-solving skills to deal with queries and issues
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Ability to provide accurate advice and guidance
• Professional and polite when dealing with colleagues and customers
• Provides accurate, timely advice, resolving queries and solving problems.
• Works effectively as a member of a team, demonstrating a flexible approach.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude, commitment and enthusiasm.
• Willingness to develop a deep understanding of the procedures and regulations relating to academies
• Willingness to engage with professional development opportunities

This is a full time, permanent opportunity based out of Ipswich. Hybrid working is offered as well as a competitive salary and a variety of benefits.

If this opportunity is of interest, and you have the required skills and experience, apply now!