Purpose of the Role
To support the Internal Audit (IA) function in providing senior management and the board with an independent assessment of the adequacy and effectiveness of the Firm's internal controls and risk management processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement quality assurance frameworks for audit processes to ensure alignment with best practices.
- Conduct audit quality reviews , assess effectiveness, and provide actionable recommendations for improvement.
- Support internal and external audit reviews, ensuring audit execution is consistent, accurate, and compliant with regulatory standards.
- Draft and present comprehensive audit reports and management action plans as final deliverables.
- Collaborate with Risk, Compliance, and Internal Controls teams to maintain alignment across control functions.
- Build strong working relationships with audit clients using effective relationship management skills .
- Actively participate as a member of the wider Internal Audit team and contribute positively to team discussions and strategy.
- Ensure timely delivery of audits with high-quality standards and minimal revisions.
- Provide regular updates to the Head of Internal Audit on audit progress and deliverables during weekly status meetings.
Key Contacts & Working Relationships
Build and maintain effective relationships with senior stakeholders across departments within the Firm.Collaborate closely with Compliance, Risk Management, and Internal Controls functions to align on business risks and audit findings.Serve as a key point of contact for control function inquiries and inter-departmental coordination.Skills & Experience Required
Minimum 4 years of experience in audit quality assurance, with leadership or managerial exposure preferred.Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; advanced qualifications preferred.Professional certifications such as CPA, ACCA, CIA are highly desirable.A well-rounded background across Internal Audit, Compliance, Risk Management , or consulting functions.Demonstrated ability to lead meetings with management and drive discussions to achieve audit outcomes.Excellent verbal and written communication skills to clearly articulate audit findings and recommendations.Strong project management skills and ability to multitask across simultaneous audit engagements.Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).Ability to receive feedback constructively and incorporate it into work products.Strong analytical and investigative skills with a detail-oriented mindset.Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team-oriented environment.General Expectations
Stay current with industry trends , regulatory updates , and legislative changes affecting audit and risk governance.Maintain a proactive and solution-oriented approach in all audit engagements.Uphold the highest standards of integrity, objectivity, and professional ethics .Skills Required
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