Internal Audit Specialist

Çelebi Havacılık Holding

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.