The Internal Auditor is responsible for performing audits across the Center's operations with the ability to lead assigned engagements and/or collaborate with the lead auditor. This role involves evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls, policies, and procedures, and assessing compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and contractual requirements.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Audit Execution: Perform audits professionally and in accordance with the approved planning memorandum, utilizing an understanding of operations and internal controls to achieve objectives.
- Audit Planning: Assist in or independently determine the scope of the audit, prepare the audit program, procedures, and sampling methodology, and help identify the key controls of the auditable entity.
- Control Assessment: Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of management controls over activities audited and draft audit observations on control deficiencies identified.
- Systems Evaluation: Evaluate the effectiveness of financial and operational systems using knowledge of business systems and auditing techniques.
- Stakeholder Communication: Conduct interviews with client contacts to discuss processes, verify potential issues, and recommend corrective actions to enhance control adequacy.
- Reporting & Follow-Up: Lead or support the in-charge auditor in drafting audit reports and coordinate the follow-up process on the implementation of proposed management actions in relation to documented audit findings.
- Organizational Liaison: Communicate with various levels of the organization to provide audit status updates and discuss potential internal control gaps.
Requirements
Educational Background:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field (required). A Master's degree and professional certificates are a plus.
Experience:
- A minimum of 3+ years of relevant experience.
Technical Competencies:
- Strong analytical and sample selection skills.
- Knowledge of finance, accounting, and Global Internal Audit Standards.
Behavioral Competencies:
- Excellent command of oral and written English.
- Ability to work independently and as a part of a team.
- Excellent communication and documentation skills.
- Attention to details with the ability to multi-task.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
