Audit committees have become increasingly important for Housing Associations. The Audit and Risk Committee is responsible for managing both internal and external audit arrangements, as well as assuring the Board that internal risk managment controls are in place.
This training session has been designed to help participants gain a thorough understanding of the significance of audit committees in the social housing sector. By the end of the session, participants will be well-equipped to contribute effectively to governance, risk management, and assurance in an ever-changing landscape.
What you will learn
Key roles and responsibilities: Understand the fundamental roles and responsibilities of the Audit and Risk Committee within the social housing sector and explore how it contributes to overall governance, risk management, and accountability.
Relations and contributions of internal and external audit: Explore the relationship between Audit Committees and internal and external audit functions. Learn about risk assessment, control evaluation, and assurance delivery.
Learn what internal and external audits offer Audit committees: Explore how the Audit Committee manages internal and external audits, assures the Board about internal controls, and deploys internal audits, specialist consultants, and deep dives to identify areas of concern.
Suitable for all Board members
Presented by: Bill Gill , an audit, risk and governance specialist within the social housing sector. He has over 30 years’ experience working within the sector, with both social landlords and consultancies. He has undertaken various consultancy and interim assignments across the sector within the UK. From an initial audit and risk background, he now specialises in providing governance solutions to small providers.
Bill has developed specialisms in a number of areas, including helping providers who are in engagement with the Regulator navigate the various steps towards compliance with the regulatory standards. His audit background is much in demand to help providers with their control and compliance processes, including self-assessments and In Depth Assessment preparation.
Bill has been an active Board member for two registered providers, completing nine-year terms at both, where he spent much of that time also chairing their Audit & Risk Committees. Bill has spoken at numerous audit and housing conferences over the years, having previously been a member of the NHF’s Audit Advisory Panel. Bill is a fellow of the Chartered Institute of Internal Auditors.
Date to be confirmed in 2024 | Virtual
The training will be 1.5 hours, held online, and will cost £110 (plus VAT) per person (10% discount for Go! members).
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We are also able to offer an extended, bespoke version of this training tailored to your organisation’s position and needs. Please contact us for more details and a specific quote.
