Internal Audit
Background
Internal Audit is an independent objective assurance and consulting activity designed to add value and improve an organisation’s operations. It helps North Tipperary County Council accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of the risk management, control and governance processes.
It is the policy of North Tipperary County Council to maintain and support a
quality Internal Audit function in accordance with the Internal Audit
Charter.
Audits are carried out in line with the Internal Audit Guidance Handbook for Local Authorities issued by the Department of the Environment and Local Government (April 2001).
Strategic Audit Plan
This plan sets out audit priorities for the medium term (3 years) and shows intended coverage of areas identified in the risk assessment process.
Annual Audit Plan
The Annual Audit Plan is the detailed plan prepared for each year of the Strategic Audit Plan Cycle and concentrates mainly on Operational, Financial and Regulatory risk.
Value for Money
The concept of Value for Money in relation to Local Authorities means delivering Local Authority services in a more economical, efficient and effective manner. Local Authorities operate in an environment where accountability and responsibility for decisions made must be clear to customers, elected members and staff. Increased emphasis on Value for Money determines the need for a structure which links authority with accountability.
The Value for Money Unit of the Local Government Audit Service also produces various reports that can be accessed by following the below link: http://www.environ.ie/en/Publications/LocalGovernment/AuditService/#d.en.1924
Audit Committee
North Tipperary County Council established an Audit Committee in April 2008, in accordance with new legislation. The Committee continues to develop their advisory role in the areas of corporate governance, internal control and risk management.
The Committee comprises 5 members in total, 3 external representatives (including the Chairperson) and 2 elected County Council members.
Contact Details
Dónal McCarthy
Head of Internal Audit Section
North Tipperary County Council
Civic Offices, Nenagh
Co. Tipperary
Phone: (067) 44581
Email: donal.mccarthy@northtippcoco.ie
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