Job Description
Job Summary
- Reporting to the Div. Head, Business Process and Shared Services Audit, the Internal Auditor will execute assurance, and other internal audit engagements testing as part of the annual risk-based internal audit plan.
- The role requires requisite internal audit competencies with knowledge of business processes, the International Standard for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing and other global standards.
Key Roles & Responsibilities
- Perform sections of assurance, consulting engagements, special requests, and management requests
- Prepare work programs for assigned sections of audits and other necessary documentation
- Communicate draft findings and recommendations through written reports to the Senior Internal Auditor
- Document audit work in concise work papers, collate observations, and communicate results per internal audit standards
- Propose and evaluate value-adding recommendations to strengthen internal controls, policies, and procedures
- Provide timely feedback to the Divisional Head, Business Process and Shared Services Audit, on engagement status
- Collaborate with audit team members to complete and close out each audit engagement
- Maintain the overdue actions database and liaise with process owners for implementation updates
- Plan and organize workload, manage multiple tasks, and adjust priorities as needed
- Perform non-standard or ad hoc requests, including spot checks and investigations
- Handle administrative tasks as assigned by internal audit management
- Execute other duties as directed by Internal Audit Management
- Use CAAT (Computer-Assisted Audit Techniques) tools for efficient project delivery
- Uphold Interswitch and professional ethical standards, ensuring audit activities align with International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing and IIA Code of Ethics.
Experience and Qualifications Required
- First Degree in any business-related discipline (e.g., Accounting, Finance, Economics, etc.)
- ACA, CIA, CISA, or other relevant professional certifications are an added advantage
- 3 - 5 years of internal and/or external audit experience in a reputable organisation
- Experience in a fintech or payment services firm, Big 4 professional services firm, bank, financial services, or technology company is an advantage
- Strong knowledge and application of best practice audit standards, modern audit techniques, and tools
- Proficiency in data analytics and continuous auditing is an added advantage
- Demonstrated understanding of common fraud schemes and red flags.