Role Purpose:

Direct a section of the Internal Audit plan focused on providing assurance that adds value and enhances risk management, control, and governance processes. Support the Internal Audit Director in ensuring that audit activities fulfill the objectives and responsibilities approved by the Audit Committee, and that operations comply with professional auditing standards, ethical principles of the IIA, and relevant local regulations.

Key Accountabilities:

• Directing the identification and evaluation of the Company’s audit risk areas and overseeing the development of the annual internal audit plan.
• Assist in planning, organizing, directing, and monitoring internal audit operations.
• Provide guidance and oversight to audit staff during audit engagements.
• Oversee the day-to-day execution of audit procedures.
• Identify and define issues, develop audit criteria, and analyze evidence.
• Ensure proper documentation of client processes and audit findings.
• Supervise staff in conducting interviews, reviewing documents, and preparing audit-related reports.
• Review summary memos and audit documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Assist in identifying risks, weaknesses, and areas for improvement.
• Develop actionable recommendations for process enhancements.
• Ensure proper documentation and reporting of audit findings.
• Keep up to date with changes in auditing standards, accounting practices, and local regulations.
• Assist in overseeing internal audit quality assurance activities.
• Support benchmarking of audit work processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
• Assist the Head of Audit in executing tasks assigned by the CEO and the Audit Committee.
• Assess staff capacity and expertise concerning the annual audit plan.
• Recommend training and resource enhancements to optimize team performance.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration through individual and group meetings.
• Participate in internal and external training programs and professional associations.
• Assist in preparing and delivering audit reports and presentations to management, the CEO, and the Audit Committee.
• Ensure audit findings and recommendations are communicated effectively and clearly.
• Support the Head of Audit in representing the audit function at management and Audit Committee meetings.

Job Specifications :

• 6 – 8 years relevant experience in Internal Audit, including at least 2 years in positions of progressively increasing Managerial Responsibilities
• Professional knowledge of internal auditing and accounting standards, principles, practices, and code of ethics
• Professional knowledge of risk management principles, control frameworks, and fraud prevention
• Working knowledge of computer systems (word processing, spreadsheets, MIS, etc.)
• Considerable skills in effective verbal and written communication and presentation
• Ability to maintain good working relationships and a professional team environment
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/ finance or equivalent
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is preferred.