Job Description
Responsibilities
Internal Control:
- Conduct regular assessments of the company's internal control systems to ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and company policies.
- Evaluate the design and operational effectiveness of internal controls.
- Recommend improvements to internal controls and business processes.
AuditPlanning & Execution:
- Identify and assess risks related to financial reporting.
- Develop and implement comprehensive audit plans.
- Conduct audits of financial statements, operations, and compliance with applicable regulations.
- Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls.
Operational Audits:
- Conduct operational audits to evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of business processes.
- Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of controls related to key business activities, such as production, sales, marketing, and distribution.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction.
Continuous Improvement:
- Conduct special investigations as required to address allegations of fraud, waste, or abuse.
- Gather evidence and document findings for appropriate action.
Risk Management:
- Identify and assess areas of significant business riskand their potential impact on the business.
- Develop risk-based audit programs.
- Recommend strategies for mitigating risks.
Compliance:
- Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
- Monitor changes in regulatory requirements and update the company's compliance program accordingly
Reporting:
- Prepare comprehensive audit reports that summarize findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
- Prepare detailed audit reports with actionable recommendations.
- Present findings to senior management and the audit committee.
- Monitor and report on the implementation of audit recommendations..
Qualifications and Experience
- A minimum of Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
- Professional qualification in Audit/ Accounting would be an added advantage.
- Extensive experience (minimum 3 - 4 years) in internal auditing, preferably within the Hospitality industry.
- Proven leadership and Team building skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and report writing skills.
- In-depth knowledge of internal control frameworks and best practices.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Skills and Competencies:
- Strong ethical standards and integrity.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work under pressure.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.