To conduct reviews of assigned organizational and functional activities and evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of management controls. To also report engagement observations and to make recommendations for correcting unsatisfactory conditions, improving operations and reducing cost.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITES:

• Surveys functions and activities in assigned areas to determine the nature of operations and the adequacy of the system of control to achieve established objectives.
• Identifies, documents and assesses the adequacy of accounting records and internal control system, i.e. key controls, risks and determines the approach to mitigate those risks
• Sets out type of test required (on controls; analytical review and substantive tests) and obtain, evaluates, analyzes and document evidence and draw appropriate conclusions on the adequacy and effectiveness of the system and the efficiency of performance of the activities being reviewed.
• Performs analytical review, tests of controls and substantive testing in accordance with audit plan
• Prepares clear electronic working papers with sufficient detail to support conclusions
• Prepares formal written communications, expressing opinions on the adequacy and effectiveness of the system and the efficiency with which activities are carried out. Including recommendation to improve control and process deficiencies identified during the audit
• Appraises, document and report on the adequacy of the corrective action taken to improve deficient conditions as part of the Department’s follow up process with Management
• Communicates with colleagues and client in a timely manner on matters requiring further consideration and judgment
• Keeps up to date with industry and regulatory changes and professional standards

JOB SPECIFICATION:

Qualification/Education and Experience:

• Achieved a minimum of Level 2 ACCA or alternative professional certification
• Minimum 2 years’ auditing experience

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Upholds the professional standards, ethics and values expected of a professional auditor
• Strong communications skills - written and verbal
• Problem identification and solution skills
• Good analytical and interpersonal skills
• Effective use of personal computers including all Windows-based applications, such as Word and Excel
• Effective use of TeamMate Audit Management software
• Competency with accounting framework, tools and techniques
• Goal-oriented
• Organizational skills (including project and time management)
• Willingness and ability to travel to various locations within the organization