Audit Advisor

Job Description

Your future role: Performs audits of Company activities. Autonomous segments of significant audits under the direction of the Audit Manager assigned or Vice President of Internal Audit. Plans and executes audits in accordance with accepted standards formed by the Institute of the Internal Auditor. Prepares or assists in preparing formal written audit reports expressing audit opinions on the adequacy and effectiveness of the company?s system of governance and internal controls. Assist in the quarterly follow up of the issued audit recommendations and preparation of the follow up reports. Analyze and revise the annual Internal Audit plan as per the business requirements. Your responsibilities: Conducts organizational/entity audits in accordance with accepted standards, as well as reviewing the work of junior auditors. Including, but not limited to:- Performs the audit planning by understanding the auditable entity?s business objectives, identifying risks & key controls and scoping the audit.- Conducting the Opening Meeting at the beginning of each audit.- Conducts interviews, reviews documents, develops and administers surveys, composes summary memos, and prepares working papers.- Determines the audit program and auditing procedures to be used, including sampling methodology.- Recommends necessary staff required to complete the audit- Assigning audit guide sections or program steps to be performed by the staff member(s) assigned.- Assists in identifying and evaluating the organization?s risk areas and provides input to the development of the annual audit plan.- Develops audit procedures, include identifying and defining issues, developing criteria, reviewing & analyzing evidence, and documenting client processes & procedures.- Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of the management controls over activities audited and drafts audit observations on control deficiencies identified.- Evaluate the effectiveness of the financial and operations systems through an understanding of auditing techniques.- Leads/ evaluate the performance of staff assistants assigned to the audit, and review their work to ensure capability & effectiveness is consistent with the audit scope and accurate.- Discuss control deficiencies, recommendations and corrective actions to improve operations and reduce cost- Keeping the Audit Manager / VP of Internal Audit informed regarding the status of audits in progress.- Drafts the final audit report for the auditable entity.- Communicate or assist in communicating the results of audit and consulting projects via written reports and oral presentations to management.- Assist/review quarterly follow up on issued audit recommendations to audited entities.- Prepare Quarterly Audit Follow Up Reports for Audit Specialist?s review.- Plan and execute ad-hoc reviews at the request of management.- Assist in performing the audit in a professional manner and in accordance with the approved audit program.- Perform related work as assigned by audit management.- Maintains Audit Timesheet- Assists Internal Audit Manager in consulting services and daily operations as necessary, including BAC preparation.- Pursue professional development opportunities, and shares information gained with co-workers.- Provide or assist in providing training, coaching, and guidance to internal audit staff in conducting audits and on other audit-related issues.Who we are looking for:

• Bachelors or Masters Degree in Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, Engineering or other business related field. CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE or other relevant professional certification is required.
• Minimum of 12 years? work experience in auditing, accounting or related field.
• High proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Business Expertise with knowledge of Internal Audit Principles and Practices.
• Problem Solving Skills.
• Audit Schedules, Issues and Queries completed and resolved.
• Audit Sampling as required.
• Data Analysis and Presentation as required.
• Ensuring best Internal Audit services for the company.
• Ensures business queries are resolved and responded to in a timely manner.
• Interpersonal Skills.
• Strong Communication Skills.
• Self-Starter and Self-Motivated.
• Team Player Whilst Being able to Deliver Individually.
• Cultural Awareness.

About Application Process If you meet the criteria and you are enthusiastic about the role, we would welcome your application. To complete the application you would need the following document(s): 1. Resume/CV2. Passport-size photograph

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