Audit
Internal Audit
Internal Audit exists to undertake a wide range of independent reviews (audits) of systems and operations. The aim is to help management to ensure that risks to achieving objectives are managed by putting suitable controls in place.
Internal Audit critically evaluates the Council’s internal control framework and makes recommendations for improvement. Internal Audit is a statutory service and is required to operate in accordance with the Code of Practice for Internal Audit in Local Government.
Since April 2010, the internal audit service has been provided by the Mid Kent Audit Partnership which brings together auditors from Ashford Borough Council, Maidstone Borough Council, Swale Borough Council and Tunbridge Wells Borough Council. The partnership has provided the opportunity to share best practice and make best use of audit skills and experience.
For more information about Internal Audit or the Mid Kent Internal Audit partnership, contact Brian Parsons, Head of Audit Partnership on 01622 602058 or email brianparsons@maidstone.gov.uk.
