Job Description
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Internal Audit Specialist to join our firm. The ideal candidate will be responsible for leading our internal audit service line, managing audit projects, ensuring compliance with both local and international auditing standards, and actively contributing to business development by acquiring new clients and maintaining relationships with existing ones.
Key Responsibilities:
Audit Planning and Execution:
- Develop and execute a comprehensive internal audit plan that addresses all significant risk areas.
- Conduct risk assessments to determine the scope of internal audit activities.
- Perform internal audits to assess the adequacy, effectiveness, and efficiency of the established internal controls and procedures.
Reporting and Recommendations:
- Prepare detailed reports on audit findings and present these reports to senior management.
- Offer recommendations for improving procedures, systems, and controls based on audit findings.
- Follow up on audit recommendations to ensure proper implementation.
Compliance and Regulatory Oversight:
- Ensure that auditing activities comply with company policies and relevant laws and regulations.
- Keep updated with the latest industry trends and changes in regulations that affect the scope of internal audits.
Client Management and Business Development:
- Engage in business development activities to attract new clients.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Work closely with clients to understand their business needs and tailor audit services accordingly.
Team Leadership and Development:
- Lead, coach, and mentor junior auditors and support staff to enhance their understanding of internal auditing standards.
- Organize and direct internal training sessions on internal audit practices and related topics.
Quality Control and Assurance:
- Implement quality control standards to ensure that all audit work is carried out with diligence and accuracy.
- Regularly review the internal audit framework and processes to seek opportunities for improvement.
Job Requirements:
- Professional certification such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or similar.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in internal auditing, preferably in audit firm.
- Strong understanding of audit and risk management principles.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Proven ability to manage and execute projects from conception through implementation.
- Demonstrated business development skills with a track record of securing new clients and expanding business operations.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of working effectively with all levels of staff and management and in a team environment.
- Fluency in English, both written and verbal.
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
- Dynamic and supportive work environment.
