Senior Audit Assistant

Senior Audit Assistant

JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Senior Audit Assistant Unit: Senior Audit Assistant
LOCATION : San Juan / Barataria
SALARY : $12000.00 - $14000.00

 Job Summary:  
Conduct audit reviews by independently and objectively evaluating the adequacy, effectiveness and integrity of the policies, practices and systems of controls within the operations of the Company Group ensuring conformance with the legal and regulatory frameworks of Trinidad and Tobago and the Company’s policies and procedures in an effort to manage risk effectively and improve efficiency.

Primary Accountabilities

1. Plan and execute risk based and corporate governance audit reviews as per the annual audit plan by developing audit programs, testing controls and documenting findings.
2. Evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of operations, internal controls and risk management processes within the audited areas by examining Company records for authenticity and accuracy, communicating with responsible parties to obtain explanations and reviewing systems and procedures to determine compliance.
3. Identify and document control deficiencies and recommend practical solutions to mitigate risks and improve operational performance.
4. Discuss findings with responsible Managers.
5. Prepare clear and concise audit reports that highlight findings, risks, and recommendations within stipulated deadlines.
6. Provide guidance and support to other members on the Internal Audit team, focusing on ongoing professional development, knowledge sharing and overall teambuilding within the Unit.
7. Oversee the day to day operations of the Internal Audit Unit and report to the Team Leader/Assistant Manager where required.
8. Assist with the review and management of assignments of others on the Team including but not limited to following up on all outstanding audit requests, investigations, queries etc. to ensure the timely completion of all assigned matters.
9. Assist in conducting investigations into potential fraud, misconduct or compliance breaches ensuring objectivity and confidentiality throughout the process.
10. Update executive and senior management, the Audit/Compliance Committee and the Board as required.
11. Plan annual cash count and inventory reviews, execute the plan and report on findings.
12. Conduct or assist in conducting any training required of the Internal Audit Unit

 Secondary Accountabilities

1. Perform other related duties as assigned by the Team Lead for the Unit or any Member of the Board.

 
COMPETENCY PROFILE
CRITERIA
MINIMUM REQUIRED
Education

• 5 G.C.E./C.X.C. O ‘ Level subjects inclusive of Mathematics and English.

• 2 G.C.E. A’ Level  subjects inclusive of Accounting
• Pursing at least Level 3 ACCA; CIA or any equivalent professional qualification

PC Skills – MS Office

• MS Word
• MS Excel – Intermediate to Advance level
• MS Access
• Proficient in using audit software and data analysis tools

Experience
Minimum of 3 years in a senior Audit position

Personal Attributes

Interaction Skills:

• Interpersonal Communication: - Providing feedback; listening 
• Developing & Maintaining Relationships:-  Interpersonal sensitivity; Resolving conflicts; Service & Team orientation

 
Work Orientation:

• Dependability:- Professional integrity; Working autonomously; Persistency; Strong initiative
• Personal Motivation:- Goal orientation; Taking ownership; Initiative

Self - Management Skills:

• Self-confidence; Stress tolerance; Ability to maintain composure

 
Openness to New Experience:

• Continuous Learning Orientation:- self - improvement orientation; Willingness to learn

• Flexibility:- Adaptability; Resourcefulness; Creativity

Cognitive Abilities

• Communication Skills:- Excellent presentation skills at a Senior Management Level; Reading; Comprehension; Strong Written and Oral communication
• Quantitative Skills:- Numerical reasoning; Arithmetic computation; Using tables and graphs

• Analytical Skills:- Planning & organizing; Information management; Problem analysis; decision making; Ability to learn and follow procedures; Multitasking; Ability to deal with complexity; Time management

Perceptual Abilities

• Detail Orientation:- Focus on all critical details of work products, schedules & resources

Business Knowledge

• Organizational Knowledge:- Resource management; Practical business orientation
• Job Specific Knowledge:- Keyboard skills; resource, regulatory and compliance requirements; Knowledge of TMFG’s policies and procedures; Computer literacy
• Knowledge of Compliance and Anti Money Laundering policies and procedures will be an asset
• Excellent risk assessment skills