Internal Auditor

1. Determine internal audit scope, develop and implement audit procedures.
2. Identify loopholes or control weaknesses and recommend mitigating measures and cost savings initiatives.
3. Prepare and present reports that reflect the audit’s results and provide recommendations on the Company's internal operational and/or financial controls.
4. Engage in continuous knowledge development regarding sector’s rules, regulations, best practices, tools, techniques and performance standards.
5. Analyze and evaluate data, accounting documentation, financial and operating information, previous reports.
6. Execute compliance and validation tests involving automated reports verification using BPCS, and/or Excel sheets; document the process and prepare audit memorandums.
7. Verify and corroborate auditing evidence obtained to reach a conclusion over the design or operational effectiveness of each control reviewed.
8. Act as an objective source of independent advice to ensure validity, legality and goal achievement.
9. Maintain open communication with key management.
10. Conduct follow up audits to monitor management’s interventions and remediation actions.
11. Perform any other related duties that may be assigned.

EDUCATION & TRAINING

• Professional Accounting Qualification such as ACCA or equivalent.
• Capability in verbal and written communication in Spanish is preferred.

EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of five (5) years’ progressive experience in an external auditing firm (preferably, PWC, E&Y, KPMG, Deloitte), OR a combined experience in external / internal auditing, attaining Senior Auditor / Supervisor level.
• Experience in manufacturing operations and/or commercialization will be an asset.
• Demonstrated knowledge of accepted accounting practices and principles (e.g. IFRS), auditing standards, applicable financial laws, codes and regulations. 
• Working knowledge of internal controls and COSO Framework.
• Working knowledge of an accounting software.
• Working knowledge of an ERP system.