Key Responsibilities:
- Execute the internal audit plan in alignment with organizational goals and risk priorities.
- Assist in conducting risk assessments and create a risk register to identify, analyze, and mitigate potential business risks.
- Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, processes, and systems.
- Design and execute internal audit programs, incorporating risk-based testing strategies and effective sampling techniques.
- Prepare comprehensive audit documentation and workpapers to support conclusions, and communicate findings through clear meetings, reports, and presentations.
- Prepare clear, concise, and well-documented audit reports with actionable recommendations.
- Plan and allocate necessary resources for each phase of the audit, ensuring efficient utilization.
- Foster collaboration with internal stakeholders to improve organizational internal controls and risk management mechanisms.
- Support investigations of fraud, misconduct, or violations of internal policies.
- Monitor, track, and support the implementation of corrective measures for audit findings to mitigate future risks.
Quality & Excellence Management:
- Ensure strict adherence to policies, procedures, internal audit manual and globally recognized audit standards for effective operational oversight.
- Drive efficiency and cost-effectiveness in internal audit functions through process improvements and resource optimization.
Qualification and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or a related field.
- Professional certifications such as CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), CPA, ACCA, or CA.
- 6+ years of experience in internal auditing or related financial roles, and Big 4 experiences preferred.
Knowledge and Skills:
- Strong knowledge of internal audit principles, risk management, and control frameworks (e.g., COSO).
- Proficiency in audit tools and data analytics software.
- Excellent report writing, presentation, and communication skills.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
- Ability to influence stakeholders and drive change.
- Knowledge of ERP systems (Microsoft GP & SAP) is advantage.
