Auditor

**About us** Integrity, Accountability, Objectivity **

**Are these important to you ?**

**They are to us**

Are you looking to work in an evolving, forward thinking Service Area which provides a unique opportunity to work in the only local government internal audit team set up on a regional basis in Wales?

Do you like variety, diversity and the prospect of working across 4 regional Councils, offering opportunities for self-development and progression? Are you personable, adaptable?

Then the Regional Internal Audit Service may be the place for you, offering a career with variety, change and professional standards, supported by a team of experienced staff.

The Regional Internal Audit Service (RIAS) is hosted by the Vale of Glamorgan Council and provides an internal audit service for the Vale of Glamorgan, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil & Rhondda Cynon Taf Councils. The RIAS vision is to be the provider of Internal Audit Services of choice to the public sector in South Wales, to be a centre of excellence for public sector internal auditing and to be a service that is regarded as professional, approachable, flexible and independent but internal to the organisation - a critical friend. The service formed in April 2019 and has recently undergone a restructure which has created opportunities for highly motivated, enthusiastic, and dedicated individuals with a passion for working in the public sector to join the team. This unique opportunity offers a competitive salary and a flexible working environment that will enable you to grow and develop your career.

**About the role** Pay Details**: Grade 7 SCP 20 - 25 (£28,371 to £32,020)

**Hours of Work / Working Pattern**: Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week

**Main Place of Work**: Home working / Council Offices in the area covered by the Shared Service - to be agreed.

**Description**:
The main purpose of the Auditor role is to undertake audit reviews, providing assurance on effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes. In addition, Auditors will assist with internal fraud investigations when required.

**About you**
You will need:

- Hold a relevant Level 4 educational qualification e.g. Qualified Accounting Technician (MAAT) or equivalent and/or relevant commensurate experience.
- Experience working in a finance related environment
- A good working knowledge of IT office systems such as Microsoft Office.
- Able to communicate effectively and convincingly both orally and in writing
- An understanding of the functions and operations of Local Government.
- Able to engage and enthuse others and convince them of the value of internal audit work.
- Able to work to high standards of customer service, actively considering the needs of clients and being responsive to their requirements
- Able to show initiative and work without close supervision but under a team ethos
- Is committed to own professional and personal development

This is an exciting opportunity to develop in your chosen field and excel in your career.

We offer excellent staff benefits including a competitive salary, generous pension contribution, flexible working, and an employee assistance programme.

**Additional information**
DBS Check Required: Basic

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Job Reference: RES00356