Senior Auditor 2

**About us**
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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. We currently have 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

**About the role** Pay Details**: Grade 8 SCP26-30 (£32,909 to £36,298) /Grade 9 SCP 31-35 (£37,261 to £41,496)

**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 Senior Auditor role is to plan and undertake reviews (including Internal Fraud Investigations), providing assurance on effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes and to contribute to developing the Regional Internal Audit Service.

Senior Auditors at Grade 9 will also be expected to oversee the work of Auditors and Trainee Auditors on individual pieces of assurance work as required to ensure specified areas have been covered to a high professional standard within resources allocated and that practical and positive recommendations have been formulated.

**About you**
You will need:

- Hold a relevant Level 6 qualification e.g. Part Qualified Auditor, Accountant or other relevant professional qualification (PIIA, CIA, or CCAB), and/or commensurate relevant experience.
- Minimum of two years proven internal audit and/or finance experience dealing with a variety of services, including non-financial systems.
- Good understanding of risk management and corporate governance in a complex and changing environment.
- 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.
- Proven ability to interpret and analyse complex information simplifying it into practical and professional advice and guidance and find cost-effective, creative, and innovative solutions to problems.
- Highly skilled in producing timely and high-quality documentation including reports and presenting complex information ensuring they are suitable for particular audiences.
- Able to work with other team members, supporting the team to achieve high standards of audit delivery.

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: RES00355