Tender

Audit Assistant

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

16 Aug 2019 at 12:51

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is currently seeking an Audit Assistant through an open tender process. This opportunity is categorised under the supply services of personnel, specifically for temporary staff, and is primarily located at Sandwell Council House in Oldbury, with roles available across the Borough of Sandwell. The tender period ends on 23 August 2019 at 12:00 noon, with the contract scheduled to commence on 2 September 2019 and lasting until 29 November 2019. Interested parties should note that applications must be submitted via the In-tend e-Tendering System.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for businesses specialising in audit services and those providing temporary staffing solutions. Companies with experience in public sector internal audits, particularly those that can demonstrate adherence to Public Sector Internal Audit Standards, will likely find this opportunity advantageous. Firms that are adept at conducting risk assessments and producing professional audit reports could greatly benefit from competing for this contract, as the Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council looks for qualified suppliers to fulfil its auditing needs.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Audit Assistant

Notice Description

Audit Assistant Hours: 37 hours per week, to be agreed with the manager Start Date: ASAP for 3 Months Rate of Pay: Band F ?15.36 (PAYE) Contract Type: Agency Location: Sandwell Council House, Oldbury or various locations across the Borough of Sandwell Job Description is attached, which also provides more information above the role. Brief description: We are currently looking for:- o An experienced internal auditor to undertake a wide range of internal audits within a local authority setting, following the Public Sector Internal Audit Standards with little supervision. o Ability to assess risk, scope/plan audits, carry out the audits and produce professional reports detailing appropriate findings, conclusions and recommendations from the audit work. To discuss this with the Audit Client Lead on review and then Service Management when review is agreed o Report any fraud, anomaly, error, weakness or breakdown in system control discovered, together with appropriate recommendations to the Audit Client Lead. o Ability to carry out allocated audits within the time target allocated. o Minimum of 3 years' experience in the public sector Internal audit o You need to be a member of the Association of Accounting Technicians or equivalent or be part of a chartered accounting body. o Must have knowledge of Microsoft Packages such as Word and Excel etc Please can the agencies send over a CV, 2x up to date references, copy of Terms and Conditions Please note this advert is also out with our Master Vendor The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement opportunity, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the related documents. To submit your documents you will be required to opt in. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Closing date: Friday 23 August at 12.00 noon Additional information: The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement opportunity, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the related documents. To submit your documents you will be required to opt in. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Closing date: Friday 23 August at 12.00hrs Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-92565bd8-7c16-442b-86a2-52eb86853a67
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bcf999a1-0ee7-4bbd-ab54-351df122087c
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Aug 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Aug 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Sep 2019 - 29 Nov 2019 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WEST MIDLANDS
Postcode
B70 8SZ
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG37 Sandwell
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Sandwell
Electoral Ward
West Bromwich Central
Westminster Constituency
West Bromwich

Further Information

Notice Documents

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