Assistant Auditor

Job Description

The postholder will assess the adequacy of systems applied by the Council, Moray Integration Joint Board and Grampian Valuation Joint Board; to appraise compliance with procedures, instructions, and legislation; and to advise management on corporate governance and control issues. This may involve both individual and team working.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Audit Manager / Senior Auditor
• Plan, organise and complete assigned Audit Projects
• Monitor compliance
• Monitor and control progress.
• Maintain up to date knowledge.

The Individual

Previous experience in a finance/audit environment
HNC in Accounting or equivalent.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
IT literate.
Working knowledge of computer systems, including Microsoft Office software and financial management systems.
Good organisational skills with the ability to multi-task and work to deadlines within set budget.
Ability to work both individually or as a member of a team.
Ability to both give and follow instruction.
Ability to work to tight timescales in order to meet agreed deadlines
Ability to travel within Moray
Experience of Information Security and Maintaining Confidentiality
Effective communication skills
Appreciation, acceptance of and a commitment to the importance of confidentiality. Able to foster good relationships with others
Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs and demands of the service
Ability to work in an open plan office/ homeworking
Ability to work in different offices dependent on service requirements
Experience within an Internal Audit function
Experience in local government.
Familiarity with auditing software management systems.
HND in Accounting / AAT.
Studying towards a CCAB or CIMA professional qualification
Knowledge of local government finance and an understanding of the legislative challenges faced by it.
Proficient report writing skills
Experience of dealing with more senior colleagues
Closing Date: 17 May 2024
Starting Salary: £29,142
£15.46 per hour
36.25 hours per week