Position: Specialist - Internal Audit
Job Summary
The Internal Audit function provides Independent, objective assurance and consulting activities designed to add value and improve ADGM’s operations and internal control environment. It helps ADGM accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate the effectiveness of risk management, internal controls and governance processes. The assurance and consulting activities provided by the Internal Audit function covers various ADGM operations and processes including but not limited to financial, operational, strategic and compliance processes.
The role of the Specialist Internal Auditor is assisting the Manager / Senior Manager Internal Audit in execution of risk assessment and internal audit reviews and follow-ups as per the risk-based Internal Audit Plan through conducting an independent and objective assurance and consulting services. This shall be achieved by reviewing, assessing and assuring the adequacy, effectiveness and efficiency of the governance, risk management and internal control through recommending the needed improvements in internal controls environment to assist ADGM in achieving and accomplishing its objectives.
Operational
Execute risk-based audits of the department/units assigned and ensure that controls are in place to mitigate the inherent risks of the audited entity.
Ensure effective and efficient achievement of the assigned engagements objectives within the set timeline.
Ensure compliance and adherence to:
The mandatory elements of The Institute of Internal Auditors' International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF).
The Implementation of the IIA Global Guidance and Supplemental Guidance.
The IIA Practice advisories, Practice Guides, Topical requirements and Position Papers as applicable to guide internal audit operations.
ADGM’s relevant policies and procedures and the Internal Audit manual.
Efficiently utilize available tools for completion of audits and assurance of best practice.
Conduct special investigation, reviews, additional tasks, as and when required by Internal Audit Manager, Senior Manager and / or Director.
Assist Internal Audit Manager / Senior Manager in performing follow-up on the status of outstanding internal audit issues.
Apply/Execute engagement work programs for audited processes
Drafts and prepare detailed audit reports and final working papers
Effectively develop internal audit communications for the audit issues including recommending best practice.
Ensure implementation of the Internal Audit Management tool (Teammate).
Ensure compliance with the defined KPIs including timely submission of timesheet.
Assist Internal Audit Manager / Senior Manager in conducting data analytics, create data visualization and support in continues control auditing.
Maintain effective relationships with all ADGM personnel with highest standards of business ethics.
Information Security related.
Understand, adopt, adhere, and practice responsibilities or controls as per ADGM Information Security policy and as per best practices explained in the induction and awareness sessions.
Confidentiality, Integrity, and availability of the ADGM Information shall be maintained at all times i.e., within as well as outside ADGM
Job Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Law, or any relevant qualification
Professional qualification such as CIA, CPA, CA, ACCA, CFA, etc.is preferable.
Work Experience
6+ years of experience in Internal Audit, Business Analysis, Program Evaluation, and/or Risk Management.
Big 4 Audit experience is highly preferrable.
Have relevant industry experience is highly preferred.
Good knowledge of Internal Audit and data analytical tools.
Know how to conduct data visualization.
Good knowledge of audit processes and regulations, standards, and best practices.
Sound knowledge of regulatory frameworks like IIA, IFRS or relevant frameworks.
Good knowledge with Abu Dhabi Accountability Authority Internal Audit Rules.
Very good verbal and written communication skills.
Handling multiple tasks and deadlines.
Job Results
Individual KPIs will be reviewed and agreed upon on an annual basis in line with functional KPIs and performance objectives.