Internal Auditor

Neway is looking for an Internal Auditor to join our client based with Hackney Council.

This role is starting on the 8th of April, working 36 hours a week, initially for a 6 month contract.

Pay Rate is £24.53 p.h paye (equivalent to £31.32 umbrella)

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB
- To assist an Head of Internal Audit in providing:
- ▪ An independent appraisal function of all council departments or designated external bodies for the review of activities as a service to management;
▪ A service to measure, evaluate and report on the effectiveness of internal controls established by management in all council departments or designated external bodies;
▪ A review service to ensure economy, efficiency and effectiveness in the use of council resources and those of any designated external body.
- Under certain circumstances, where operational reasons make it necessary, to assist an Audit Manager in the investigation of cases of fraud, irregularity and malpractice throughout all departments of the council or designated external body which has arisen as the result of Audit activity or which has been reported to the Assistant Director Audit & Anti Fraud.

**MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY**:

- Ensure that all work undertaken is compliant with Council policies and practice and current legislation and that working practices reflect the standards necessary to deliver a high profile and tailored service.
- To actively consider new and innovative ways of doing things recognising and promoting the positive benefit of change for the improvement/enhancement of the benefit fraud investigation service.
- To communicate in a confident and assertive manner that meets the needs of internal and external customers and in a way that influences effectively.
- Able to handle and store confidential data securely providing a clear audit trail of its use.
- To keep abreast of service/technical developments relevant to the duties and responsibilities of the post.
- To undertake special tasks/assignments as directed and provide advice/reports as required by senior management.
- To have an awareness of the organisational context and commitment to the Council's organisational values and beliefs.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Temporary contract, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 months

**Salary**: £24.53-£31.32 per hour

Expected hours: 36 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company pension

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: 1213491
Expected start date: 08/04/2024