Principal Auditor

• Microsoft products (word / excel etc).
• Staff management experience.

Hello We are so delighted you are considering coming to work with us at Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust (CNTW). We know the power of looking into an organisation, one you might want to work in, or one where you are going to get help, and being able to say, 'I've seen somewhere I can fit in and be myself.' We're on a journey to make the Trust an inclusive employer, representative of the community we serve and we want more of our community to consider applying for jobs with us. Opportunities for you Spanning east to west coasts from Northumberland to Cumbria and from the Scottish Borders down to Middlesbrough we've got exciting new opportunities available at every level and in every area. We offer flexible working, helping work fit around family and caring responsibilities, or training and development needs and there's lots on offer in the way of benefits, such as, lease cars, childcare schemes, staff discounts, season tickets for travel and a cycle to work scheme. All this in a vibrant workplace supported by the following staff networks.

• Cultural diversity staff network
• Disabled staff network
• LGBT+ staff network

We also have a number of staff support groups which are open to any staff to attend. These Include:

• Armed Forces and Veterans Staff Association
• Mind, Health and Wellbeing Community
• Menopause toolkit and cafes and staff carer support group

We offer fantastic personal development opportunities through our Collective Leadership Programme and other Organisational Development initiatives. Whatever you are looking for, you will be joining a supportive, friendly team, offering varied and interesting roles, with opportunities for career progression. Always improving CNTW is regulated by the national healthcare regulator, the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Our last two inspections have rated us as an outstanding organisation. We're always seeking to improve as an organisation. Do you want to be part of that? Job overview The post holder will fulfil a key role within a team providing internal audit services to a group of clients. The post holder will provide a high level of audit skills and will work unsupervised across a range of clients and complex audits. Take responsibility, with support from the Group Audit Manager, for the delivery of audits/reviews in line with time targets / budgets, arranging the detailed implementation of individual audits from the planning stage through to report issue. This will involve setting up each audit on AuditOne's computerised working paper system, issuing terms of reference to client management, supervising staff during audit, ensuring quality of work, reviewing staff files and reports and submitting reports prior to issue to Group Audit Managers for approval. Evaluating existing client practices and procedures to review whether they are effectively controlled to mitigate identified risks, and to determine if there are more efficient ways of working. To support in the delivery of an effective internal audit service by helping management improve systems of internal control, reducing the potential effects of significant risks. Working with client managers to gain acceptance of recommendations, which change the way in which they carry out their jobs. To support the Group Audit Manager with delivering the commercial aspects of the audit process, the preparation of strategic and operational plans, and with appraisal and development of Band 4 and 5 colleagues. Main duties of the job Please refer to the job description/personal specification for the main duties and competencies of the role, visions and values of AuditOne and expectations of the post holder as well as the essential and desirable criteria. Working for our organisation AuditOne is hosted by CNTW and we service almost all NHS organisations within the North East and Cumbria regions by delivering Internal Audit Services and/or Counter Fraud Services to those organisations. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please refer to the job description/personal specification for the main duties and competencies of the role, visions and values of AuditOne and expectations of the post holder as well as the essential and desirable criteria. The post holder will display conformance to The AuditOne Way at all times. Advertising date : 18th April 2024 Closing date : 31st May 2024 We welcome your application. Person specification Certicicates and Experience
Essential criteria

• Good standard of education to A level standard or equivalent. Part Qualified C.C.A.B / CMIIA or equivalent.
• At least 3 years internal audit experience, preferably in public sector.

Desirable criteria

• Degree. Qualified CCAB / CMIIA or equivalent.
• Experience of risk management, governance, finance/business systems, project management

Knowledge
Essential criteria

• Public Sector Internal Audit Standards.
• Good knowledge of Internal Audit methods and techniques, inc Risk Based Audit.
• Good knowledge of the principles of finance and non financial NHS areas.
• Nolan principles.
• Microsoft products (word / excel etc).

Desirable criteria

• IDEA / Data Analytics.
• NHS structures, systems and processes.
• Risk management, corporate governance, project management, IT, counter fraud.

Skills
Essential criteria

• Good knowledge of Internal Audit methods and techniques. Good knowledge of the principles of finance and non financial NHS areas.
• Knowledge of NHS systems and the organisation and workings of the NHS - financial, non financial and clinical.
• Analytical and evaluation skills. Decision making skills.
• Negotiation, persuasive and interpersonal skills. Communication skills. Ability to write clear and factual reports.
• Time management Skills. Prioritising and organising skills.
• Staff management experience.

Desirable criteria

• Presentation skills. Researching Skills.

Behaviours
Essential criteria

• Able to work as part of a team.
• Professional at all times.
• Quality and target focused.
• Able to work unsupervised.
• Self-motivating.
• Ability to handle confidential information.
• Able to motivate, inspire and supervise others.

Please ensure to check out all of the supporting documents linked to this advert, for useful information about working for us, information from our Chief Executive and much more. Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions. Documents to download

• Job Description and Personal Specification ( PDF , 652.4 KB )
• Tips on how to complete your application ( PDF , 171.4 KB )
• Reference Guidelines for Applicants - Please Read ( PDF , 20.0 KB )
• Interview Guarantee Scheme ( PDF , 127.3 KB )
• Employee Benefits ( PDF , 922.8 KB )

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