Deputy Manager Internal Audit

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Preparing Risk Based Internal Audit Plan
• Performing overall planning, execution, and finalization of Internal Audit of varied business processes
• Preparing Periodic Executive Summary for Board Audit Committee
• Perform special assignments as requested/ assigned by Senior Management or Board Audit Committee
• Supervise sub-ordinates for audits assigned to them
• To be abreast of audit software implemented in the company and provide guidance/ training to new recruits in internal audit

Fieldwork for Audits

• Developing a risk-based audit program.
• Perform audit tests and prepare adequate working papers where required.
• Evaluate the adequacy of process design and the effectiveness of controls in meeting business and control objectives.
• Analyze data obtained for evidence of deficiencies in controls, duplication of effort, or lack of compliance with laws, government regulations and management policies and procedures and provide evidential support for findings.
• Propose practical and value added recommendations to address control weaknesses and/or process inefficiencies.
• Conduct closing meetings with auditee at the end of fieldwork.

Reporting

• Prepare concise and informative audit points/ issue sheets to effectively communicate the findings and recommendations for management and audit committee.

Other Responsibilities

• Contribute to the safeguarding of corporate assets and ensuring that appropriate internal controls are in place and operating effectively.
• Develop and maintain effective and professional working relationships with all levels of staff within the organization, including Senior Management.

Requirements:

• Articleship completed from a reputable firm in advisory/ consultancy services with major assignments in internal audit.
• ACCA or CIMA Qualified or CA Finalist.
• CIA is a plus.
• At least 3-4 years post articleship period experience in Internal Audit
• Preference will be given to candidates from service industry.
• Experience of using any Internal Audit Software will be a plus.