Key responsibilities:
- Design audit objectives, logistics, schedules and scope.
- Identifying and assessing areas of significant business risk.
- Prepare and present audit findings and recommendations to management.
- Develop, implement and maintain internal audit procedures and methodologies.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of the internal controls and make recommendations for improvements.
- Design and evaluate internal controls and operating practices.
- Develop practical solutions to problems arising in business and financial operations.
- Create audit schedules and plans for the internal audit staff.
- Lead, direct and guide audit staff.
- Review and evaluate audit programs to achieve audit objectives.
- Design and initiate auditing techniques, practices and benchmarks for the audit staff.
- Review and assess the work of audit staff.
- Review and evaluate adequacy and effectiveness of the systems.
- Assess the audit findings and initiate corrective measures to ensure effectiveness in financial system of operations.
- Prepare audit reports including the audit findings and appropriate corrective actions initiated for the top management.
- Ensure, track and monitor appropriate follow-up actions.
- Ensure best practices, standards and procedures of the company in all audit operations.
- Working closely with management to develop action plans and monitor progress.
- Assist in the investigation of suspected fraudulent activities within the organization and recommend appropriate action.
- Maintaining updated knowledge of laws, regulations, and industry best practices and ensure the organization’s adherence to these.
Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or a related field.
- Professional Certifications: Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in auditing, risk management, or internal controls.