Stanley, Falkland Islands. (On-Site)
Contract, Full time
No DBS check required
Starting Salary - £35,274 to £40,668 per annum (depending on qualifications and experience) however up to £44,234 may be available for an exceptional candidate, Eligibility for a 25% taxable Gratuity, Relocation Grant and Flights
37.5 hours
Are you ready for a new and exciting challenge? Would you like to work as an Internal Auditor in a unique and vibrant community in a stunning natural environment? If so, come and join our friendly team of experienced professionals in the beautiful Falkland Islands in the South Atlantic.
The Role
The Internal Auditor will be part of the small Government’s Internal Audit team giving an objective and evidence-based opinion on all aspects of governance, risk management and internal control. The post holder’s primary role will be to provide support to the Chief Internal Auditor and Trainee Internal Auditor to deliver the strategic audit plan and conduct reviews and investigations as required.
The Internal Auditor will report to the Financial Secretary but will have a very strong working line relationship with the Governments external support provided by the UK Government Internal Audit Agency. Whilst reporting to the Financial Secretary on an administrative basis, the Internal Auditor, in compliance with Internal Audit Standards, operates in a fully independent capacity and ensures there is no undue influence placed on the audit team or the work delivered.
The Person
As the successful candidate you will have the following attributes:
- Hold a recognised audit or accounting qualification (CMIIA, QIAL, PIIA, CAT or AAT or CCAB part-qualified accountant with internal audit experience).
- 5 years plus experience of working in an audit or finance environment.
- Experience of working within the public sector would be an advantage, as would knowledge of IT auditing.
- Flexible in approach and resilient; competent and reliable under pressure.
The Package
- Fixed Term Contract up to 4 years.
- Starting Salary - £35,274 to £40,668 per annum (depending on qualifications and experience) however up to £46,667 may be available for an exceptional candidate.
- Eligibility for a 25% Gratuity (taxable), paid upon successful completion of the contract.
- 41 days paid leave, 30 days paid annual leave plus 11 government and public holidays.
- Relocation Allowance, to help with moving costs.
- Flights Package for you and any recognised dependents residing with you at post both at the beginning and end of contract, along with additional annual return flights contingent on the duration of the contract.
- Government Housing for rent and a starter pack to help you settle in.
- Favourable income tax rates. Personal Allowance: £15,960 pa (NB: The first £12,000 of chargeable income is taxed at the rate of 21%, with the remainder being taxed at 26%).
- A stimulating and supportive setting to work in and a unique and beautiful setting to live in.
How to Apply
For further information regarding the position please contact Steven Cannon, Head of Finance by emailing scannon@sec.gov.fk or by calling (+500) 28400.
To apply click on 'Apply Now' and complete the form before the closing date.
Timetable for Recruitment and Selection Process
Closing Date for Applications – 07 October 2024 at 20:00 GMT
Shortlisting commencing – w/c 08 October 2024
Interviews commencing – w/c 14 October 2024
Falkland Islands Government (FIG)
The Falkland Islands is a British Overseas Territory, with full internal self-government.
As the largest employer in the Falkland Islands, we offer many unique and fulfilling job opportunities, across the full spectrum of public services. Our responsibilities include those typically managed by central government – taxation, legislation and policy, as well as those usually managed on a local level such as town planning, health and social services, and education. FIG also provides services specific to the needs of the Falkland Islands, such as fisheries research, power generation and the Government Air Service, FIGAS.
For more information about working for Falkland Islands Government, take a look at our recruitment microsite: www.jobs.gov.fk
The Falkland Islands
Set in the South Atlantic Ocean, around 400 miles east of South America and 8000 miles south-west of the UK, the Falkland Islands are a small, thriving community with a British way of life, benefiting from good local services, a varied social calendar and an absence of traffic jams!
The Falkland Islands’ stunning natural environment provides an unspoiled landscape and amazing wildlife to observe and explore, including penguins, whales and dolphins, all seen from the shore.
For those with a sense of adventure, it provides opportunities which are hard to match anywhere else in the world.
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