Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree preferably in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Engineering or a related field from a reputable university,
- Minimum 3–4 years of relevant experience in internal audit, external audit or internal controls, preferably gained within the internal audit departments of companies or Big Four firms,
- Experience in operational, financial and compliance audits,
- Good understanding of risk-based internal audit methodologies, internal controls and risk management principles,
- Strong analytical and process analysis skills with the ability to understand business processes, identify key risks and evaluate related controls,
- Ability to work with financial and operational data and use data analysis to support audit activities and identify trends, anomalies and potential control weaknesses,
- Experience with data analytics, visualization or audit tools is an asset,
- Professional certifications or progress toward certifications such as CIA, CISA, CFE, CRMA or CPA are considered an asset,
- Ability to take ownership of assigned audit areas and perform audit activities with limited supervision,
- Strong critical thinking, problem-solving and professional judgment skills,
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with different levels of the organization,
- Excellent command of written and spoken English, including strong audit report writing skills,
- Good command of MS Office applications; knowledge of ERP systems is an asset,
- Self-motivated, curious, detail-oriented and results-driven,
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively both independently and as part of a team,
- Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally as required.
Job Description:
- Perform risk-based internal audit engagements across the Holding and its subsidiaries in accordance with the approved Internal Audit Plan and internal audit methodology.
- Take ownership of assigned audit areas and carry out related audit activities from process understanding and risk assessment through testing, documentation and reporting.
- Understand and analyze business processes through walkthroughs, interviews, data analysis and review of relevant policies, procedures, systems and documentation.
- Identify and assess operational, financial and compliance risks and evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of related internal controls.
- Develop and perform appropriate audit procedures and tests based on identified risks and maintain sufficient and appropriate audit documentation and supporting evidence.
- Analyze financial and operational data to support audit objectives and identify trends, anomalies, potential control weaknesses and areas requiring further review.
- Use available data analytics and technology-enabled audit techniques to improve audit coverage and effectiveness.
- Discuss audit observations and potential findings with relevant process owners throughout the audit fieldwork to ensure factual accuracy and timely alignment.
- Identify the root causes, risks and potential impacts of control weaknesses and develop practical and risk-based recommendations.
- Prepare clear, concise and well-supported audit observations and contribute to the preparation of high-quality internal audit reports.
- Communicate the progress and results of assigned audit activities to Internal Audit management and relevant stakeholders.
- Follow up on agreed management action plans and assess whether corrective actions have been implemented effectively and within agreed timelines.
- Participate in ad hoc reviews, investigations and special projects when required.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of Internal Audit methodologies, tools and data analytics capabilities.
