Internal Auditor 21J25

An Internal Auditor plays a pivotal role in ensuring an organization adheres to its policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. Their core responsibility is to systematically evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes within a company. The role demands a high degree of integrity, analytical skills, and attention to detail to analyze the organization's financial operations and compliance status. An Internal Auditor must possess the ability to communicate findings clearly and suggest feasible recommendations. With the evolving business landscapes and stringent compliance laws, Internal Auditors are crucial in helping organizations detect inaccuracies, inefficiencies, and potential areas of risk to safeguard their financial and operational health. They offer value-added insights and findings that assist in enhancing the decision-making process at different management levels.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk-based audits to assess the effectiveness of organizational controls and processes.
• Analyze financial records, reports, and regulatory guidelines to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Document detailed findings and prepare comprehensive audit reports for management review.
• Identify potential areas of risk and inefficiency within the organization and propose solutions.
• Design and update audit procedures to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Collaborate with departmental heads to understand business processes and provide audit insights.
• Monitor compliance with company policies, relevant laws, and statutory regulations.
• Recommend actionable improvements to enhance internal controls and corporate governance.
• Update audit plans and documentation regularly in accordance with changes in risk profiles.
• Communicate audit findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Keep abreast of industry trends, best practices, and regulatory changes impacting internal auditing.
• Guide and mentor junior audit staff in executing audit tasks and developing reports.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is mandatory.
• Professional certification such as CPA, CIA, or CISA is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in auditing or financial analysis roles.
• Strong understanding of internal control frameworks and risk management practices.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with acute attention to detail.
• Proficiency in using audit and accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication skills to present findings effectively to various stakeholders.