Senior Internal Auditor

Job Overview

This position entails performing expert internal audit activities, including conducting audits covering performance, financials, and compliance aspects. The role contributes to the formation of the Annual Audit Plan and upholds organizational and professional ethics. The incumbent will work independently with general oversight and considerable autonomy in decision-making.

Audit Engagement Responsibilities

• Contribute inputs related to the operational facets of audit engagements aligning with short-term strategic planning at departmental or functional levels.
• Support the Audit Supervisor in realizing short-term strategic objectives of the audit department or function.
• Execute audit procedures that involve issue identification and definition, criteria development, evidence review and analysis, and documentation of client processes and procedures.
• Lead entrance meetings at the commencement of each audit.
• Conduct interviews, review documentation, create and administer surveys, prepare summary memos, and compile working papers.
• Recognize, develop, and document audit findings and recommendations using independent judgment.
• Clarify the purpose of audit activities, required documentation, and tests to stakeholders as necessary.
• Track and manage day-to-day progress of assigned audit tasks.
• Prepare draft audit reports, ensure all point sheets are addressed, and classify findings for inclusion or minor noting in the report.
• Present and communicate audit results during review meetings and draft management responses for audit reports.

Maintain communication with Audit Manager/Supervisor about audits in progress, target completion dates, and scheduling formal review meetings. Assist consultants and external auditors with planned audits aligning with management objectives.

Special Projects and Innovation

• Conduct special investigations and audits diligently as needed.
• Identify opportunities for improvements and recommend innovative solutions to facilitate process enhancements.

Team and Relationship Management

• Foster productive relationships with staff through individual and group interactions.
• Maintain effective working relations with on-site personnel and audit staff.

Professional Development

• Engage actively in professional growth, including participation in training programs and professional organizations, sharing knowledge with colleagues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, or Finance.
• Relevant professional certifications such as CIA, CRMA, ACCA, or ACA.
• Minimum of 6 years of internal auditing experience, including at least 2 years post-qualification.
• Proven technical proficiency in auditing, accounting, regulatory compliance, risk management, and information technology.
• Strong skills in analysis, interpersonal communication, time management, research, and presentation.
• Ability to interpret control issues from senior management’s perspective and stay current with industry trends and internal control developments.
• Competence in presenting audit results to senior management effectively.