--- title: "Audit Assistant" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-92565bd8-7c16-442b-86a2-52eb86853a67" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-92565bd8-7c16-442b-86a2-52eb86853a67" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-92565bd8-7c16-442b-86a2-52eb86853a67.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-92565bd8-7c16-442b-86a2-52eb86853a67.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2019-08-16" --- # Audit Assistant Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-92565bd8-7c16-442b-86a2-52eb86853a67 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-92565bd8-7c16-442b-86a2-52eb86853a67) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-92565bd8-7c16-442b-86a2-52eb86853a67.json) ## Summary 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. ## Notice 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 ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bcf999a1-0ee7-4bbd-ab54-351df122087c | | 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 | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 16 Aug 2019 | | Submission deadline | 23 Aug 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Sep 2019 - 29 Nov 2019 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | WEST MIDLANDS | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B70 8SZ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG37 Sandwell | | Local authority | Sandwell | | Electoral ward | West Bromwich Central | | Westminster constituency | West Bromwich | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff ## Release History - 16 Aug 2019 at 12:51 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bcf999a1-0ee7-4bbd-ab54-351df122087c ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bcf999a1-0ee7-4bbd-ab54-351df122087c 16th August 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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