Audit Specialist
JOB_53657384759547Job type
PermanentLocation
LondonWorking Pattern
Flexible Working,Full-timeSpecialism
Audit Risk And ComplianceIndustry
Government & Public ServicesPay
To £85,000 plus excellent benefitsClosing date
18 Jan 2026
Local government audit specialist – mainly remote working
Your new role
What you'll need to succeed
- Leading technical discussions with audit firms and supporting contract managers with expert advice.
- Overseeing audit contract quality monitoring and contributing to procurement evaluation.
- Managing and advising on scale fees and fee variations for allocated firms.
- Supporting the development of the audit fee strategy
- Leading investigations into auditor complaints and ensuring high‑quality external correspondence.
- Advising on audit law, ethics, independence, and the use of auditors’ additional powers.
This is a pivotal role for an experienced audit professional who thrives on technical challenge, collaboration, and influencing high‑quality audit outcomes across the public sector.
What you'll need to succeed
Essential Skills
- Qualified accountant (CCAB or equivalent) with strong, up‑to‑date technical knowledge of the local government audit.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication, able to explain complex technical issues clearly to varied audiences.
- Advanced analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to interpret large datasets, identify practical solutions, and maintain high attention to detail.
- Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills and confidence engaging with stakeholders at all levels.
- Self‑motivated and independent, exercising sound judgment and recognising when to seek guidance.
- Adaptable and resourceful, with an enquiring mindset and the ability to respond quickly to new information.
- Proven project management capability, coordinating activities across shifting demands.
Audit SpecialistJOB_536573847595472026-01-082026-01-18
Talk to Jan McQuaker, the specialist consultant managing this position
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