Internal Auditor

The Internal Auditor (Contract) reports directly to the Chief Internal Auditor and must demonstrate his or her competence and professionalism in the areas of Internal Auditing and Investigations.

PORT AUTHORITY OF TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO

JOB DESCRIPTION: INTERNAL AUDITOR (CONTRACT)

The Internal Auditor (Contract) reports directly to the Chief Internal Auditor and must demonstrate his or her competence and professionalism in the areas of internal auditing and investigations. Competencies include but are not limited to the designing of Audit Programs, execution of highly complex audits and the preparation of reports.

This position supports initiatives focused on but not limited to, risk mitigation, identification, and resolution relative to fraud and misconduct. The role requires teaming with process owners and legal representatives to address risks and drive consistency in advisory and investigation projects. 

•  Plans and organizes the activities of the Internal Audit Department including the development and implementation of comprehensive, practical programs of audit as it pertains to Governance, Risk Management, Controls and other areas
• Leads investigations related to suspected fraud
• Manages subordinate staff and audits in assigned areas of responsibility
• Ensures maintenance of high departmental standards and quality of audit projects by reviewing and approving audit programs, working papers and time budgets
• Presents findings and recommendations concerning activities audited or investigated, through comprehensive reports
• Assures follow up of audit findings and recommendations to ensure adequacy and timeliness of correction
• Coordinates audit activities with other departments to assign resources needed to execute programs and conduct audits
• Develops the department’s annual budget and monitors subsequent expenditure
• Develops the professional capability of staff through on-the-job training and other training programs
• Performs other related duties as required

• A professional qualification from the Institute of Internal Auditors (e.g. CIA, CRMA) or one of the recognized professional Accounting Bodies
• A professional qualification in Forensics or Fraud Examination (e.g. CFE)
• At least five (5) years’ experience in one or more of the following fields:        

                      I.    Financial/ Operational Auditing

                     II.    Forensics or Fraud Investigations

• Results Oriented
• Set and exemplify high ethical standards 
• Considerable experience in Investigation
• Strong analytical skills and ability to synthesize, summarize and communicate important data
• Considerable knowledge of accounting and auditing principles
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with management