The Senior Internal Auditor will be a highly committed experienced professional and will be expected to contribute to the successful delivery of the Annual Internal Audit Plan and Risk Management program. The role will operate in a team environment and will be assigned responsibility to perform specific assignments and tasks. The Senior Internal Auditor will work alongside an Internal Auditor on Financial and Process related audits and will be responsible for completing audit testing including performing high levels of data analysis and documentation of results for internal reviews. The Senior Internal Auditor will also be responsible for drafting Internal Audit Findings to be included in reports. The role also involves engaging remotely with key stakeholders across global operations to walkthrough processes and follow up on audit test results as well as be involved in the Risk Management program by issuing risk registers across the Group and consolidating results for analysis and reporting to management.
Essential Duties and Accountabilities
- Assist in the execution of internal audits from planning through to reporting in line with the annual internal audit plan
- Prepare audit work programs and audit findings that clearly and accurately reflect audit results with pragmatic recommended actions
- Obtain, analyze, and evaluate process documentation, reports and financial data
- Document audit process workflows and prepare audit findings
- Maintain communication and build good relationships with stakeholders
- Participate and contribute to meetings with different functions and legal entities in order to update audit findings and improve on the audit process
- Perform follow-up activities to validate completion of actions from previous audits
- Conduct risk assessments and prepare risk registers for the Group
- Assist with the evaluation of the internal controls of the Group
- Perform other related tasks as assigned by the management
Overall Required Competence
- Ability to communicate effectively and develop relationships with key stakeholders
- Experienced in analyzing high volumes of data and auditing internal controls
- A high level of attention to detail to successfully scrutinise data and report results
- Competency in understanding of financial controls and IFRS accounting standards
- Strong writing skills for documenting audit tests and report findings
- Good presentation skills in the delivery of audit findings and articulation of risks
- Good negotiation skills for agreeing action plans with stakeholders
- Ability to stay calm in a high-pressure work environment
- Ability to execute assigned tasks against deadlines
- Be self-motivated and be able to work on their own and as part of a team
- Strong ability to work on multiple tasks or assignments
- Advanced skills in Excel, Visio, PowerPoint and Word and use of ERP systems
- Proficiency in testing IT General Controls
- An awareness of emerging issues with the ability to adapt with agility to the changing operating environment of the Group
- Provide insightful advice, guidance and innovative solutions where required
Essential:
- Minimum Upper Second-Class Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy or Finance
- Qualified Accountant
- 6-8 years of experience in Internal Audit
- High levels of integrity and ethical standards
- Project & Organisational Change experience
Desirable:
- Risk Management program experience
- Data Analytics experience
We believe that coming together as a community, in person, is important for innovation, connection and fostering a sense of belonging. Our roles have the right balance of remote and in-office working to enable flexibility for managing your life along with ensuring a real connection with your colleagues and the broader IFS community.
