Internal Audit

The University of Southampton is inviting tenders for the provision of internal audit services.

The successful firm will take up its appointment on 1 August 2024 in respect of the financial year ending 31 July 2025. The appointment will be made in accordance with the terms and conditions of funding for higher education institutions between the Office for Students.[1]

The internal audit service provided by the successful Supplier will deliver independent assurance to the University on all financial and related control arrangements, including risk management, data assurance and value for money delivery. All areas of the University group are to be covered. The Supplier will evaluate and annually report to management on the adequacy and effectiveness of the University arrangements for:

 Risk management, control and governance

 Economy, efficiency and effectiveness (VFM)

 The management and quality assurance of data