Specialist, Internal Audit

The job responsibilities outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may evolve over time and be reviewed according to business needs.

ROLE DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

This is a fixed-term maternity cover until 31 September 2027, supporting the Internal Audit team during the absence of a team member. 

The purpose of the role is to independently plan, manage and execute internal audit activities and audit engagements in accordance with the approved annual audit plan. The Internal Auditor is expected to conduct assigned audits end-to-end under his/her own responsibility, from initial planning and risk assessment through fieldwork, reporting and follow-up, while ensuring appropriate quality, timely delivery and effective communication with relevant stakeholders.

The role contributes to the development of the risk-based annual audit plan, schedules and executes audit engagements and other assignments in accordance with the approved 12-month audit plan, performs audit work and completes special projects as assigned. The Internal Auditor is expected to apply sound professional judgement, proactively manage assigned engagements and escalate significant matters to the Senior Audit Manager or Head of Internal Audit as appropriate.

The position may also provide general support to the Head of Internal Audit and the wider Internal Audit team as required.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES / KEY RESULT AREAS

• Contribute to the development of the Company’s risk-based annual audit plan.
• Independently plan and conduct assigned operational and functional audits.
• Take end-to-end responsibility for assigned audit engagements, including planning, fieldwork, reporting and follow-up.
• Define audit objectives and scope in alignment with the Senior Audit Manager or Head of Internal Audit and client management.
• Analyse and document processes, risks and controls under review.
• Prepare and execute control design and effectiveness testing based on risk assessment.
• Lead interviews, walkthroughs and audit meetings as required.
• Maintain effective and professional communication with client management throughout the audit.
• Identify control weaknesses, risks and improvement opportunities and assess their impact.
• Prepare audit findings and reports and develop practical recommendations.
• Discuss and agree findings, corrective actions and implementation timelines with auditees.
• Monitor implementation of agreed recommendations and action plans.
• Support the preparation of presentations and management reporting.
• Develop strong knowledge of the Company’s organisation, business activities and risk environment.
• Promote Internal Audit’s role, objectives and working methods across the organisation.
• Remain abreast of relevant developments in the Internal Audit profession and business environment.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of Internal Audit methods and tools.
• Support Internal Audit budget and administrative processes as required.
• Perform other duties and special assignments as may be assigned.

COMPETENCIES

• Self-driven and accountable with the ability to independently manage audit engagements.
• Pro-active team player with strong relationship-building skills.
• Ability to prioritise work independently and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical, organisational and planning skills.
• Sound professional judgement and ability to identify relevant risks and control weaknesses.
• Ability to learn new areas quickly and adapt to change.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to constructively challenge management and communicate audit issues clearly.
• High attention to detail with a good understanding of the broader business context.
• High level of confidentiality and uncompromising integrity and ethics.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Audit, Finance, Business Administration or related field preferred.
• Professional qualification and/or Master’s Degree in a related field is an advantage.
• Proven experience in independently managing and executing audit engagements end-to-end.
• Experience in audit planning, risk assessment, control testing, reporting and follow-up.
• Experience working directly with management and business stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, Office 365 and SAP.
• Experience with databases and data analytics tools is an advantage.

OTHER KEY REQUIREMENTS / COMMENTS

• Proficient English; another international language is an advantage.