Senior Auditor

Overview

As a Senior Auditor, you will perform complex, risk-based audits across the Council and external clients to provide independent assurance on governance and internal controls. You will work with managers and senior stakeholders to identify improvements and practical recommendations that strengthen performance. The role supports development of the annual audit plan and service improvements, while guiding junior team members. You will operate in a dynamic, public-sector environment, contributing to robust governance and continuous improvement.

Pay / Benefits

• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health First Aiders
• flexible and agile working
• generous Pension Scheme
• discounts on cafés/restaurants/shops
• gym memberships discount

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex, risk-based audits in line with Audit Manual and professional standards
• Collaborate with senior management to agree on audit approaches and improvements
• Design and update audit plans and programmes
• Monitor Whistle Blowing hotline and Audit mailbox with timely responses
• Stay updated on finance, auditing and risk management developments
• Provide assurance on compliance with regulations and best practices
• Deliver audits on time while maintaining high quality
• Support annual audit plan development and service improvement initiatives; mentor juniors

Key requirements

• Significant experience in internal audit, external audit, risk management, or related assurance
• Strong knowledge of audit methodologies, internal controls, governance frameworks and standards
• Ability to assess complex risks and evaluate control effectiveness independently
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills; able to present findings to senior leaders
• Strong report-writing and practical recommendations skills
• Excellent planning and organisational abilities with multiple priorities
• Analytical and problem-solving capabilities with sound judgement
• Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office and audit systems
• Relevant professional qualification or part qualification with IIA or CCAB and commitment to CPD
• Commitment to Buckinghamshire Council values: Proud, Ambitious, Collaborative and Trustworthy

• Collaboration and teamwork
• Curiosity and continuous learning
• Constructive challenge and diplomacy
• Audit methodologies
• Internal controls and governance frameworks
• Professional auditing standards

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