Job Description
The Internal Auditor will play a key role in ensuring the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes within the organization. This position requires a detail-oriented and analytical individual who can assess and evaluate the organization’s operations, identify areas for improvement, and provide recommendations to enhance efficiency and compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct audits: Plan and execute internal audits to assess the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes.
- 2. Risk assessment: Identify and assess potential risks and evaluate the adequacy of controls to mitigate those risks.
- Evaluate internal controls: Assess the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls, including financial, operational, and compliance controls.
- Audit reporting: Prepare and present audit reports to management and the audit committee, highlighting findings, recommendations, and areas for improvement.
- Recommend improvements: Provide recommendations to improve internal controls, risk management, and governance processes.
- Collaborate with teams: Work with various teams, including finance, operations, and compliance, to identify and address control gaps and areas for improvement.
- Stay up-to-date with regulations: Maintain knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards that impact the organization’s operations.
- Familiarity with industry-specific practices (Oil & Gas, Engineering, construction, etc.)
Requirements:
- Professional certification: Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) or equivalent.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- Experience: Minimum 3-5 years of internal audit experience.
- Analytical skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Communication skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Attention to detail: Meticulous attention to detail and ability to identify and evaluate complex issues.
Skills:
- Audit software: Familiarity with audit software and tools.
- Risk management: Knowledge of risk management frameworks and methodologies.
- Internal controls: Understanding of internal control frameworks, such as COSO.
- Communication: Ability to communicate complex information to non-technical stakeholders.