Sr. Internal Auditor

Long Description

Job Summary

To evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of the systems of internal accounting, administrative and operating controls over various company activities and to promote effective controls at reasonable cost.
The Senior Auditor is responsible for assisting in review and assurance related activities such as testing the defined control framework, preparation of audit working papers, documenting audit findings, collating information from available Audit and Investigation reports, and assist Auditors and Senior Auditors in project delivery. The job holder should always represent the department in a professional manner, abide by professional standards as laid down by the IIA, and seek every opportunity follow the principles articulated in the department’s vision and objectives.
 

Job Responsibilities

1.    Prepare all required documents needed to plan & start the audit assignment i.e. Commencement Memo, Audit Planning Document (APD), Risk & Control Matrix (RCM), Audit Program.
2.    Plan an efficient and effective audit approach by suggesting objectives and scope, preparing audit programs to meet those objectives.
3.    proposing audit procedures to be used including sampling method and the use of Computer Aided Audit Techniques (CAAT).
4.    Attending & scheduling pre & post audit meetings and preparing the minutes.
5.    Perform walkthroughs in order to understand current policies, procedures and practices followed, and perform controlled GAP analysis to recommend improvements.
6.    Conducting detailed audit work by performing substantive tests of details & tests of controls.
7.    Maintaining proper working papers file (WP).
8.    Draw and document sound conclusions in the working paper file based on the review of internal controls and detail transaction testing.
9.    Determine if audit findings grant the need for investigation / special review.
10.    Draft audit reports, summarizing significant findings and recommendations in a clear and concise way.
11.    Follow up with the management to ensure full implementation of recommendations.
12.    Assists & provide guidance to Internal Auditors as part of an audit team or independently.
13.    Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
 

Candidate Requirements

•    Document Management and Resource Management
•    Knowledge of relevant accounting standards
•    Basic knowledge of recognized standards such as International Professional Practices and Competency Framework for Internal Audit Activity, COSO, COBIT is preferable
•    Process Excellence, Process Mapping, Flowcharting
•    Enterprise Risk Management concepts
•    Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills
•    Knowledge of Arabic language is preferable
•    Knowledge of AI business is a plus
•    Dashboard Application and analytical skills
•    Bachelor’s degree in a AI business related field, Accounting, Finance.
•    Must Hold an active Internal Audit Practitioner designation - CIA or committed to obtain the certification within two years of Joining
•    Proficiency in MS office specifically Excel and Word
3+ years of experience in the field of accounting, finance, or external audit with a minimum 3 years’ experience in the internal auditing discipline

Education