The key function of an Internal Auditor is to manage and supervise all internal auditing activities for the business. The Internal Auditor’s role is to analyses the financial processes of a company, identify risk within business practices and evaluate the controls put in place to counter these.
Main duties include planning and executing internal audits, reviewing audit data, interviewing and consulting employees, and examining business operations. They are tasked to improve business performance through risk management and control.
I've included for you below a number of standard duties that this job role entails. Tailored job descriptions are prepared for each vacancy registered with Accountancy Recruit and specific responsibilities that relate to your business will be included.
Key responsibilities:
The Internal Auditor will be required to undertake the following duties:
Plan and deliver internal audits of determined business areas or department
Prepare reports of audit findings and make recommendations to the business
Perform and control the full audit cycle including risk management and control management over operations’ effectiveness, financial reliability, and compliance with all applicable directives and regulations
Assess the suitability of current internal controls, making suggestions for improvements where needed
Ensure the business complies with all relevant policies, industry regulations, and government legislation
Liaise with and advise senior management on internal audit issues
Provide support to the wider financial team on additional projects
Prepare and present reports that reflect the audit’s results and document the process
Identify loopholes and recommend risk aversion measures and cost savings
Conduct follow-up audits to monitor management’s interventions
Maintain open communication with management
Prepares drafts of, audits or review reports which include the development of clear, constructive, and actionable recommendations to address risks identified.
The Ideal Candidate:
Highly organized, efficient, and capable
Pro-active, energetic, and self-motivated with the ability to drive a project from conception through to completion
Previous demonstrable experience in a similar audit role (Minimum 8 Years of experience in the Internal Audit field and the Manufacturing/Fleet/Mining sector)
Qualified CA
Proven knowledge of auditing standards and procedures, laws, rules and regulations