Manager Internal Audit

Our client in the Port of Spain location is seeking to hire a Manager Internal Audit.
Salary:
* Basic Salary: $20,000
* Travelling Allowance: $2,000.00
* Cellular Allowance: $300.00
Job Summary: The Manager Internal Audit is responsible for planning, executing and reporting on operational, financial, regulatory and compliance-related audits/reviews of the client. The Manager Internal Audit monitors and advises on the compliance of financial, operating and administrative functions of the Company.
Job Responsibilities:
* Develop, document, implement and monitor an annual work plan approved by the Audit Committee and the Board;
* Design, develop and implement appropriate auditing systems and procedures for audits as per the approved plan;
* Test and report on the efficacy of the Company's internal control systems;
* Contribute to the Enterprise Risk Management activities of the organization;
* Review risk assessment methodologies and research external resources to identify important trends and recommend best-practices necessary to continuously improve the client's audit strategies and policies;
* Plan and perform audits, present and discuss audit reports with the Management, and the Audit Committee;
* Prepare and / or review draft internal audit reports itemizing audit findings, impact and recommendations for presentation to Management and the Audit Committee;
* Understand the status of Policies and Procedures throughout the Company and make recommendations as necessary;
* Provide the Audit Committee and management with an opinion on the internal controls;
* Liaise with various departments to gather and analyze information on various processes, management information systems and general business operations;
* Review and assess policies, procedures, processes and practices and monitor compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, codes of conduct and company standards;
* Advise on risk and internal controls to increase awareness and monitor compliance amongst management and staff;
* Provide assistance to External Auditors as appropriate when required;
* Coach the Senior Auditor in the conduct of audits to ensure adherence to quality standards, deadlines and procedures and to correct errors or problems;
* Assist the Senior Auditor in handling difficult or complex audits, and in investigating escalated complaints, disputes or queries;
* Track, assess and report on the status of the implementation of internal audit and external audit recommendations made to the Chief Executive Officer, Audit Committee and the Board of Directors;
* Provide advice to Management when requested and as necessary.
Job Competencies:
* Leadership;
* Excellent oral and written communication skills;
* Strong interpersonal skills;
* Critical thinking, problem solving, analytical and decision-making skills;
* Knowledge of auditing principles and internal accounting standards;
* Knowledge of accounting/auditing software.
Supervisory Responsibilities: The incumbent is responsible for coordinating, planning, managing and overseeing the work of the Senior Auditor as well as training and performance management.
Job Qualifications:
* Professional Accounting qualifications: Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) or Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA);
* Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) will be considered an asset;
* Seven (7) years' experience in auditing, three (3) of which at a Managerial capacity.
Job Ref: RM

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