Lincolnshire County Council is seeking a financially experienced auditor to join our growing and developing team and lead the financial audits across the Council.  The successful candidate will have oversight of a team of senior auditors and be an integral part of our delivery.

The ideal applicant will have experience from either the public or private sectors along with a proven track record in delivering and developing financial based audits.  Line management experience will be an advantage but is not essential as training and support will be provided. Key skills for the role include a high degree of organisation, delivering attention to detail, an inquisitive yet professional manner along with excellent communication skills.  Full training and support on our quality and delivery methods will be provided.   

Our offer

Lincolnshire County Council has a hybrid approach to working, which is a mix of working from home and the office.  We offer a range of corporate discounts and a generous pension scheme. We offer a competitive salary of £38,296 - £42,503 (pay award pending) for a 37-hour week.   The expectation is that staff are in the office in line with management requirements and to ensure effective delivery across the team.

The role is based in Lincoln with the majority of delivery being based there, however you may be expected to deliver across our Lincolnshire based service areas.  A full driving licence and access to your own vehicle is essential. 

Next steps

If this sounds like your potential next step, please contact the Audit Manager, Sara Jackson who will be happy to share more about this exciting opportunity.

Candidates are strongly advised to complete a Cover Letter in addition to their CV demonstrating the skills and experience required for this role.

Applications close 18th October 2023

Interviews planned to take place on 1st November

A Smarter Working Employer

We have embraced new ways of working and hybrid working will be a feature of this role. You will be given a nominated contractual work base and you will be required to commute to this work base when necessary.  Working arrangements regarding hybrid working will be discussed as part of the appointment process.

Our technology platform and equipment is very good enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We require that you have in place good connectivity, and we will discuss during the recruitment process if support with this is needed.

Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.

All candidates are advised to read the attached job information pack prior to making an application.

On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward. 

We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.

Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Fluency Duty

In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.