The Financial Management Service monitors and supports the delivery of the Council’s financial strategy and aims to ensure the effective allocation of the Council’s financial resources to deliver the Council’s vision for Knowsley.

The post holder will carry out a range of internal audit work identified from the Councils annual audit plan which provides assurance on the effectiveness of the Council’s arrangements for risk management, internal control and governance.

Applicants must be AAT qualified, or a qualified graduate or studying for a Professional Audit or Accountancy Qualification (preferably CIPFA). Applicants should have relevant experience to demonstrate that they meet the requirements of the Job Description and Person Specification.

We promote applications from all sections of the community, regardless of background, belief, or identity, recognising the value that diversity brings to our organisation. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from Black and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and candidates with disabilities as we acknowledge their underrepresentation in our workforce.

At Knowsley Council we will consider requests for flexible working.  For most roles, the following types of flexibility are usually possible: flexible hours, working from home, compressed hours, part-time.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applicants.

At Knowsley, we value our applicants and want them to feel well-informed and welcomed. If you have any questions about this specific job role or what it is like to work at Knowsley, please contact Annemarie Daley, Principal Auditor (available Monday to Thursday) Tel: 0151 443 2617 / Annemarie.Daley@knowsley.gov.uk  

Please note that a supplementary information sheet (attached) must be completed and included with your CV (as one document) before uploading, failure to do this will result in you not being shortlisted for the role.  

Interview to take place week commencing 20 May 2024