Job Description

 

• Devise a clear outline of the scope of the audit and how it will be undertaken
• For risk based audits, using risk management methodology, to identify, evaluate and agree the relevant key risks with the appropriate risk owners consistent with the engagement’s activities
• Evaluate controls, design and apply tests and obtain sufficient and relevant evidence to confirm controls are operating as required in order to form an opinion
• Report verbally and in writing the conclusion reached and the level of assurance to be given
• Make balanced recommendations for improvements where appropriate
• Adhere to the standards and processes established for the Service
• Schedule and control assigned work to ensure delivery within allocated budget and timeframes

 

• Where appropriate, provide advice and information to clients on appropriate aspects of risk management, governance and internal control
• Assist with other internal audit work as required
• Evaluate controls, design and apply tests and obtain sufficient and relevant evidence to confirm controls are operating as required in order to form an opinion
• Report verbally and in writing the conclusion reached and the level of assurance to be given
• Make balanced recommendations for improvements where appropriate
• Adhere to the standards and processes established for the Service
• Schedule and control assigned work to ensure delivery within allocated budget and timeframes
• Provide guidance and support and reviews as necessary to Assistant Auditors

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Have local government or public sector experience Be qualified within the relevant sector/area (desirable)Have local government or public sector experience Be qualified within the relevant sector/area (desirable)