Internal Auditor (Permanent role)

up to £43,000 + Bens

Elite Audit Recruitment are working with a client a non-departmental public body, owned wholly by HM Government, established to accelerate public sector investment in energy efficiency technologies.

We are seeking an Internal Auditor to report into the Audit & Risk Manager. You will be part of a newly created internal audit team, with the primary focus of undertaking audits of grants made to Public Sector Bodies under the two schemes. They are looking for someone who is a team player, pays close attention to detail and has the personal motivation to perform the role to the highest standards.

You will also work collaboratively across teams to support a proactive approach to risk management, fraud and error mitigation in relation to the schemes.

Key responsibilities

· Undertake audits in line with the approved audit plan,

• Ensure that audit documentation and files are maintained as agreed to support audit findings and conclusions using software such as Microsoft Word and Excel
• Prepare the draft report on each audit to a high standard and within agreed time-scales

· Escalate any material audit findings to the Audit and Risk Manager in a timely manner

• Update the Audit and Risk Manager on any emerging issues, which could affect the progress of the audit on a timely basis,
• Liaise with the lead contact for each audit as required during the audit
• Obtain responses to recommendations or proposed remedial actions from the lead contact for the audit

· Undertake follow up work to confirm agreed recommendations have been implemented or remedial actions have been carried out where applicable

• Ensure the audit tracker is up to date for each audit undertaken

· Research and assess how well risk management processes are working making recommendations to management

• Provide ad hoc advice and guidance to managers and staff at all levels, sometimes by delivering courses and training sessions
• Work collaboratively, engaging in staff meetings and training events
• Work with members of the Audit team and other relevant teams on the review/update/or preparation of audit policies and procedures
• Contribute to continuous improvement of the audit systems and processes
• Carry out any other duties and responsibilities within the range of the salary grade to support the audit team as assigned by the Audit and Risk Manager
• If you are qualified or part qualified in an accounting qualification or Audit qualification with several years experience in risk based and project Internal Audit experience this could be a great opportunity for you.
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This role is an urgent hire, so please send in your CV details to Rachael Terry for more information on this opportunity.