The successful candidate will contribute to the planning and delivery of internal audits, supporting schools and academies in strengthening governance, financial management, and operational controls. The role involves working closely with a range of stakeholders, providing assurance and constructive challenge to help improve systems and processes.
This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with audit qualifications or relevant experience to join a collaborative team working with colleagues across the internal audit function, school support colleagues and wider Council.
Qualifications and Experience
- A recognised audit qualification and/or relevant audit experience
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, including report writing
- The ability to engage professionally with a range of stakeholders
- Analytical skills and a proactive approach to problem‑solving
- An interest in governance, finance, and operational processes within the education sector
- Experience within a school or academy environment (either financial or operational) would be advantageous, but is not essential
- Fluency Duty: ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post
Training and Development
- Full training in our internal audit methodology and sector‑specific requirements
- Ongoing professional development support, including opportunities to pursue an internal audit qualification (subject to performance and organisational requirements)
- Exposure to a broad range of public sector audit work
- A supportive environment where professionalism and continuous improvement are at the heart of what we do
Internal audit is founded on independence, objectivity, and integrity. We welcome applications from individuals who demonstrate curiosity, sound judgement, and a commitment to delivering meaningful assurance that supports improvement.
Please note that face‑to‑face interviews for this role for shortlisted candidates are scheduled to take place on 17th July. The role will be based in Lincoln but you will be expected to be able to work across our client base as required, and travel will be your responsibility.
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