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The Auditor General is the statutory external auditor of most of the Welsh public sector.
Our key strength is our wide range of skills and knowledge that has arisen from our position as the the statutory external auditor
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Our accounts are audited by an independent firm appointed by the Welsh Parliament.
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The Auditor General is responsible for auditing most of the public money spent in Wales.
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Audit Services has a reach of over 800 public bodies across Wales covering financial and performance audit
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We are looking to recruit an Audit Director (Accounts) to join us at Audit Wales.
The role of an Audit Director holds primary responsibility for a portfolio of audit work, including delivery of financial accounts and proper arrangements work. As a Director within Audit Services, you would be accountable to the Executive Director for Audit Services and to the Auditor General for Wales.
The appointee will model the values and behaviours that underpin Audit Wales, motivate colleagues through a culture of coaching and development and bring the dynamism and strategic leadership needed to realise their potential as a driver of improvement in Welsh public services.
We are looking for an individual who is educated to degree level or equivalent with a CCAB professional qualification and up to date CPD accreditation. Extensive knowledge of audit legislation, regulatory environment and professional standards, and a good understanding of the Welsh Public Sector, the related political environment and the AGW / Audit Wales’ place within it will be essential to the role.
Do you have strong leadership skills which promote collaboration and continuous improvement? Are you customer focus, motivate and able to develop staff and ensure delivery of high-quality audits and a positive organisational culture? These are just some of the skills needed to be successful in the post.
Why join Audit Wales?
Audit Wales is a dynamic and friendly place to work, with an incredibly supportive culture. We're passionate about working with the Welsh public sector and making a difference to local communities.
At Audit Wales we care about our people and offer generous work benefits that provides an environment that encourages a positive work-life balance.
We're Flexible – We work Smarter. We offer Excellent Terms including a 35-hour working week, and 33 days annual leave per annum (exclusive of public bank holidays).
We invest in our People and are advocates for personal and professional development. We offer all employees opportunity to enter the Civil Service Pension Scheme. Other benefits also include a cycle to work scheme, shopping discounts and the option to obtain a vehicle through our beneficial lease scheme among many more.
We’re Proud to be Accredited - We are a proud Working Families and Change 100 employer and have achieved Living Wage accreditation.
If this opportunity sounds exciting to you, you can find out more and apply via our website.