Senior Internal Auditor.Operational and Financial Audit Department

Job Purpose

1. Audit Planning and Execution

• Conduct operational and financial audit engagements in line with the annual internal audit plan.
• Participate in risk assessments to identify high-risk areas and support the development of audit priorities.
• Develop audit programs, testing procedures, and engagement work plans.
• Perform detailed reviews of financial, operational, and administrative processes to assess control effectiveness and efficiency.
• Evaluate the adequacy of internal controls, compliance mechanisms, and governance practices.

2. Fieldwork and Analysis

• Collect, review, and analyze relevant data, records, policies, and supporting documentation.
• Conduct interviews and walkthroughs with process owners to understand workflows and identify control gaps.
• Test transactions, controls, and processes to verify compliance, accuracy, and effectiveness.
• Identify root causes of audit findings and assess their risk and impact on the organization.
• Ensure audit evidence is sufficient, reliable, relevant, and properly documented.

3. Reporting

• Prepare clear, concise, and well-supported audit observations and recommendations.
• Draft audit reports highlighting key risks, control weaknesses, process inefficiencies, and areas for improvement.
• Present audit findings to management and discuss practical action plans.
• Follow up on the implementation status of agreed audit recommendations and validate closure evidence.

4. Compliance and Governance Support

• Assess compliance with internal policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, and applicable financial controls.
• Review the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and control frameworks.
• Support investigations, special reviews, and management requests as assigned.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of internal audit methodologies, templates, and tools.

5. Stakeholder Collaboration

• Build effective working relationships with auditees while maintaining independence and objectivity.
• Provide professional guidance to junior auditors during audit assignments.
• Coordinate with other assurance functions where relevant to enhance coverage and avoid duplication.
• Knowledge and Skills:
• Strong knowledge of internal auditing standards, control frameworks, and risk-based audit methodologies.
• Good understanding of financial reporting, accounting principles, and operational processes.
• Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, policies, and governance requirements.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and Word.
• Familiarity with audit management systems and ERP systems is an advantage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in

Accounting, Finance, Auditing, Business Administration

• , or a related field.
• Professional certification preferred, such as:
• + **CIA**

(Certified Internal Auditor)

(Certified Public Accountant)