Head of Internal Audit

Job Description

Job DetailsDepartment:Internal Audit DepartmentPosition: Head of Internal AuditDirect reports :Chairman or Audit CommitteeJob PurposeTo manage the Internal Audit function for the Company and its subsidiary companies. To ensure that the Internal Audit Function provides an independent assessment of the adequacy of the internal systems and controls, including the systems for appropriate identification and evaluation of risk and for ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. To draw any weaknesses or shortcomings noted to the attention of management.Key Performance AreasDeliver a portfolio of audits across the Company achieving timely, high quality productsCreate the Internal Audit Dept. and hiring/managing the audit team to deliver high performance throughKey Performance IndicatorsAllocating work across the team or third partiesSupervising staffReviewing RACM, working papers and supporting documentsEnsuring issues are discussed and agreed with managementEnsuring draft and final reports are fair balanced, business focused and that recommendations are practicalSetting clear objectives and appraising performance fairlyMotivating each team member individuallyProviding regular feedback and adviceEnsuring all team members have a career planPromote the value of internal audit across the business through education of management and ensuring all meetings are business focused and practical.Performance ObjectivesOwnership & AccountabilityCostumer focusTraining, Education & DevelopmentFairness & RespectCommunicationCommitmentPerformance StandardsDiligence in completing the expected amount of workReliability on carrying out instructions and completing tasks within allocated time periods.Complying with quality expectations.Demonstrating judgement and ingenuity, in the absence of firm guidelines/rules.The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.Delivering work which is accurate and with sound attention to detail.Provides high standard of service to internal and external customers (personnel, quality, productivity, timing, feedback, etc.)Understanding of job requirements and mastery of skills and techniques to meet them.Demonstrate willingness to learn new processes; and takes the lead in own development.Maintains dignified, honest and harmonious relationships with all colleagues, managers and internal clients.Able to cooperate and act in the best interest of the Company, despite differences with other individuals or departments.Ability to convey information simply and effectively.Ability to keep information confidential where necessary.Ability to generate own correspondence and keep records thereof.Demonstrates high motivation levels and loyalty.Ability to perform tasks independently and without unnecessary assistance.Willingness to co-operate and work constructively with department heads.Ability to maintain acceptable and punctual attendance and work time behaviorKey InteractionsInternalChairmanManaging DirectorHeads of DepartmentExternalExternal AuditorsLawyers. REQUIREMENTS: Qualifications, Experience, Skills & CompetenciesBA in Accounting/Business AdministrationCertified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA)Years of ExperienceMinimum 5 years in Internal Audit and 8 years total work experienceManaging a team of at least 3 auditorsSkills & CompetenciesProficient knowledge of specific IT packages e.g. MS OfficeThorough understanding of the principles and application of effective corporate governance structures, business/operational risks, controls, procedures and accounting standardsExperience in leading a team of senior auditorsAssertivenessStrong influencing and negotiating skillsAttention to detailWorks well under pressureHighly developed investigative skillsGood time managementStrong analytical skills

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About Company

Zakher Marine International provides services to the Offshore Oil and Gas Industries and Offshore Marine Construction Companies and is clearly focused on client satisfaction and retention.

The Company was established in Abu Dhabi in 1984 where the Head Office remains, a branch office was established in Alexandria, Egypt in 2000.

In the past ten years the ZMI has achieved remarkable growth, built new vessels to meet the high standards and requirements of local and international clients. ZMI currently operate over 50 offshore support vessels.

The Management of Zakher Marine is committed to provide safe and healthy working conditions for our employees and client personnel based on board our vessels. Our aim is to sustain safe, environmentally friendly operating practices that comply with applicable national and international codes and regulations, relevant standards, guidelines and client requirements.