Internal Audit documents, evaluates and reports on the operation of financial and other control systems within the Authority and offers practical advice on service improvements.
Purpose
The Accounts and Audit Regulations 2003 requires the Council to maintain an “adequate and effective system of internal audit of their accounting records and controls systems”.
This responsibility has been delegated to the Director of Resources.
Objectives
- to provide our clients with the highest quality independent appraisal and reporting service;
- to give clients confidence in the efficiency and effectiveness of their systems; and
- to provide imaginative and practical advice to remedy any system weaknesses identified.
Clients and reporting
Internal audit's primary client is the director of resources. We have a number of customers comprising chief officers, head teachers, councillors, governors, bursars and service managers. The quality and performance of internal audit is assessed by the external auditors. We report to Members on overall departmental controls as well as the effectiveness of the internal audit services.
Services
Independent appraisal and review
We document, appraise and report upon the operation of financial and other control systems and offer practical advice on improvements.
We advise clients on how to incorporate suitable controls into a new system prior to implementation.
Specialist services
Irregularity investigations – our audit teams will help advise on the investigation of suspected irregularities and suggest appropriate action.
Computer audit – our specialist computer audit services can provide detailed advice on computer system control.
Contract audit – we appraise all aspects of contracts from project evaluation to post completion reviews.
Best Value – we can assist in the development of suitable operational system controls, to help ensure the overall integrity of performance measurement systems.
Practical advice
Financial Regulations – we give practical advice on financial regulations and their application to a particular division or organisation
Operational problems – we provide confidential advice on systems procedures and help resolve any problems.
Contact
Telephone: 020 8313 4295
Fax: 020 8313 4335
Address: Internal Audit
Civic Centre, Stockwell Close, Bromley, BR1 3UH.
External Audit: Baker Tilly
Lancaster House, 7 Elmfield Road, Bromley, BR1 1LT
Telephone: 020 8461 8047
E-mail: andrew.lovett@bakertilly.co.uk