Auditor 1

Auditor 1

Location: Central / South

Terms of contract: Four (4) months

Responsibilities:

•Participate in opening meetings to explain the scope and objectives of the audit engagement to auditee and provide an overview of all steps of the audit process.

•Develop a thorough understanding of business processes in scope for assigned audits and document the processes in flowcharts and/or process narratives. Identify and document inherent risks and controls within the business processes.

•Develop a risk-based test plan by selecting appropriate audit approach, test procedures and sampling criteria based on professional judgement and departmentally defined internal audit methodology.

•Perform audit tests and prepare working papers in accordance with professional IIA standards.

• Evaluate the adequacy of process design and the effectiveness of controls in meeting business and control objectives. Identify and document control and process weaknesses and provide evidential support for findings.

• Propose practical and value-added recommendations to address control weaknesses and/or process inefficiencies.

• Participate in closing meetings with auditee at the end of fieldwork, providing clear explanations for identified issues.

• Assist in the preparation of a concise and informative audit report to effectively communicate the findings complete with cause, effect/impact and recommendations to management in a timely manner.

• Ensure audit conclusions are based on a complete understanding of the process, circumstances and risks.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

 

Education and Experience:

• A Degree in Business Management, Finance, Accounting, ICT, Engineering or A related field from a recognised university.

• Professional Certification such as the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Information System Auditor (CISA).

• Experience in an environment with international financial debt instruments and a clear understanding would be an asset.

• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in the field of Auditing.

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent communication and presentation skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills covering multi-disciplinary areas.

• Ability to be proactive in approaching the analysis of business processes and risks.

• Knowledge of internal auditing and accounting principles and practices and management principles and preferred business practices.

• Knowledge of Global Internal Auditing Standards and the Code of Ethics.

• Demonstrated experience in completing audits on time.

• Demonstrated high ethical standards and reputation.

• Set high safety and quality standards for tasks and ensuring adherence to rules and procedures set out by internal and/or industry guidelines, as well as statutory regulations for self, others and the organisation.

• Strong analytical, IT, negotiation and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to demonstrate a high level of maturity and strict confidentiality.

• Planning and project management, and ability to maintain composure under pressure while meeting multiple deadlines.

 
Membership, Certifications and Licenses:

• Professional certification from the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA), Information System Audit and Control Association (ISACA) or an ICATT practicing audit certificate.