Internal Auditor at Reputable Company

Job Purpose

To appraise the soundness and application of accounting, financial and operational controls, review these controls and report to the Board of Directors through the audit committee.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and submit an annual audit plan to the audit committee for review and approval
• Implement the annual plan, as approved, including any special mandates or projects requested by management and the audit committee
• Issue audit reports at the conclusion of each audit to communicate findings, recommendations and management action plans
• Follow up on outstanding management action plans to ensure significant risks and major deficiencies are effectively addressed and remediated within the mutually agreed timeframe
• Test key financial reporting controls in accounting systems to ascertain effectiveness and efficiency
• Ensure financial and internal controls are maintained

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• Postgraduate/Master's degree in Finance, Accounting or professional qualification (ACCA, ICA, CIA, CFA) is an advantage
• 4 to 5 years of experience in a similar role

Technical Competencies

• Knowledge of financial and operational activities
• Audit experience
• Ability to prepare comprehensive audit reports
• Good verbal and written communication skills

Interpersonal & Professional Competencies

• Ability to effectively communicate, interact, build relationships and work with others
• Attention to detail
• Critical thinking ability
• Assertiveness and ability to defend positions
• Strong interpersonal skills