Job summary
Internal audit is an in-house team with the Director of Audit and Assurance Services reporting to the Chief Financial Officer and to the Audit Committee, which is a sub-committee of the Board of Directors. Internal audit has a wide remit, covering both financial and non-financial systems and activities of the Trust.
ASW Assurance delivers internal audit, counter fraud and consultancy services to healthcare organisations including acute, mental health and foundation trusts, Integrated Care Boards (ICBs) and social enterprises
Main duties of the job
Contribute to the delivery of ASW Assurance's Business Plan.
Assist the Audit Manager/Assistant Audit Manager, as appropriate, in the delivery of client operational internal audit plans.
Ensure that all audit work conforms to the expectations of the quality standards and professional expectations (e.g. duty of care, independence etc.) as stated in the Public Sector Internal Audit Standards and ASW Assurance procedures.
Ensure that all allocated audit work is completed within timescales as stated in the client operational audit plan of the client/agreed with the Audit Manager/Assistant Audit Manager, as appropriate.
Achieve personal and business related objectives and targets set as part of the annual Individual Performance Review (IPR) process and documented in the agreed personal development plan.
Ensure an understanding of the client's business activities is maintained and to keep abreast of current issues within the NHS and internal audit profession.
About us
The Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is the main provider of acute and specialist care services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We serve a population of around 500,000 people - a figure that can increase significantly with
visitors during the busiest times of the year. We employ approximately 6,700 staff and have a budget of approximately £580 million.
We are a teaching hospital in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School.
The Knowledge Spa on the Royal Cornwall Hospital site is the base for medical and nursing as well as ongoing education for health professions in clinical and non-clinical roles.
Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we are continually developing our clinical services as well as our facilities and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care that can be offered locally. Allied to this is a growing reputation for research and innovation.
Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is a research active organisation.
It's established South West Clinical School in Cornwall exists to promote clinical academic career opportunities for nurses, midwives and allied health professionals interested in research and evidence-based activities. Read their research paper to find out more.
Website: https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/research/clinical-schools/royal-cornwall-hospitals-nhs-trust-clinical-school
https://doi.org/10.1177/17449871231209037
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.
To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:
Identity Checks
Professional registration and qualification checks
Employment history and reference checks
Occupational Health clearance
Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check
Right to work in the UK
For further information please visit:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation
We reserve the right to close this advert early.
We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.
We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.
To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:
Identity Checks
Professional registration and qualification checks
Employment history and reference checks
Occupational Health clearance
Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check
Right to work in the UK
For further information please visit:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation
We reserve the right to close this advert early.
We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.
We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.
Person Specification
Qualifications & experience
Essential
- Attained at least Level 2 Maths and English (equivalent to GCSE grade 9-4 (A*-C)). GCSE Pass in English and Maths or Functional skills level 2
- A levels or a Level 3 qualification (BTEC, Diploma, T level)
- Experience of team work
- Demonstrable experience in reviewing and critically evaluating complex data and information
Previous Experience
Essential
- Experience of team work, with demonstrable experience of working collaboratively.
- Demonstrable experience in reviewing and critically evaluating complex data and information
- Strong organisational and administrative skills and experience.
- Experience of self-management to meet deadlines
Desirable
- Experience of working in an office environment.
Skills/knowledge/ability
Essential
- Good analytical skills, including the ability to review data, clarify a problem, detect trends and identify potential discrepancies and inconsistencies.
- Good report writing skills, with the ability to convey complex information accurately and to a variety of audiences
- Good verbal and written communication skills, able to act with diplomacy and sensitivity and a high level of integrity
- Demonstrable ability to use MS Office products, including MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to analyse and present data.
- Strong attention to detail, ability to maintain accuracy when dealing with a range of complex or non- complex information.
- Ability to work under pressure, flexibility in prioritising, planning work and multi-tasking to meet deadlines
- Ability to respond to complex problems and queries, whilst recognising when appropriate to refer to the Senior Audit and Assurance Manager
- Ability to think creatively, generate innovative ideas, challenge the status quo and deliver work effectively.
Desirable
- Understanding the importance of objectivity and professional integrity, including compliance with the Public Sector Internal Audit Standards
- Awareness of internal controls.
Person Specification
Qualifications & experience
Essential
- Attained at least Level 2 Maths and English (equivalent to GCSE grade 9-4 (A*-C)). GCSE Pass in English and Maths or Functional skills level 2
- A levels or a Level 3 qualification (BTEC, Diploma, T level)
- Experience of team work
- Demonstrable experience in reviewing and critically evaluating complex data and information
Previous Experience
Essential
- Experience of team work, with demonstrable experience of working collaboratively.
- Demonstrable experience in reviewing and critically evaluating complex data and information
- Strong organisational and administrative skills and experience.
- Experience of self-management to meet deadlines
Desirable
- Experience of working in an office environment.
Skills/knowledge/ability
Essential
- Good analytical skills, including the ability to review data, clarify a problem, detect trends and identify potential discrepancies and inconsistencies.
- Good report writing skills, with the ability to convey complex information accurately and to a variety of audiences
- Good verbal and written communication skills, able to act with diplomacy and sensitivity and a high level of integrity
- Demonstrable ability to use MS Office products, including MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to analyse and present data.
- Strong attention to detail, ability to maintain accuracy when dealing with a range of complex or non- complex information.
- Ability to work under pressure, flexibility in prioritising, planning work and multi-tasking to meet deadlines
- Ability to respond to complex problems and queries, whilst recognising when appropriate to refer to the Senior Audit and Assurance Manager
- Ability to think creatively, generate innovative ideas, challenge the status quo and deliver work effectively.
Desirable
- Understanding the importance of objectivity and professional integrity, including compliance with the Public Sector Internal Audit Standards
- Awareness of internal controls.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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