Job Description:  

Responsibilities:

• Participate in opening meetings to explain the scope and objectives of the audit engagement to auditee and provide an overview of all steps of the audit process.

• Develop a thorough understanding of business processes in scope for assigned audits and document the processes in flowcharts and/or process narratives. Identify and document inherent risks and controls within the business processes.

• Develop a risk-based test plan by selecting appropriate audit approach, test procedures and sampling criteria based on professional judgement and departmentally defined internal audit methodology.

• Perform audit tests and prepare working papers in accordance with professional IIA standards.

• Evaluate the adequacy of process design and the effectiveness of controls in meeting business and control objectives. Identify and document control and process weaknesses and provide evidential support for findings.

• Propose practical and value-added recommendations to address control weaknesses and/or process inefficiencies.

• Participate in closing meetings with auditee at the end of fieldwork, providing clear explanations for identified issues.

• Assist in the preparation of a concise and informative audit report to effectively communicate the findings complete with cause, effect/impact and recommendations to management in a timely manner.

• Ensure audit conclusions are based on a complete understanding of the process, circumstances and risks.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• A Degree in Business Management, Finance, Accounting, ICT, Engineering or A related field from a recognised university.

• Professional Certification such as the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Information System Auditor (CISA).

• Experience in an environment with international financial debt instruments and a clear understanding of the energy/power industry would be an asset.

• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in the field of Auditing.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent communication and presentation skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills covering multi-disciplinary areas.

• Ability to be proactive in approaching the analysis of business processes and risks.

• Knowledge of internal auditing and accounting principles and practices and management principles and preferred business practices.

• Knowledge of Global Internal Auditing Standards and the Code of Ethics.

• Demonstrated experience in completing audits on time.

• Demonstrated high ethical standards and reputation.

• Set high safety and quality standards for tasks and ensuring adherence to rules and procedures set out by internal and/or industry guidelines, as well as statutory regulations or self, others and the organisation.

• Strong analytical, IT, negotiation and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to demonstrate a high level of maturity and strict confidentiality.

• Planning and project management, and ability to maintain composure under pressure while meeting multiple deadlines.

Membership, Certifications and Licenses:

• Professional certification from the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA), Information System Audit and Control Association (ISACA) or an ICATT practicing audit certificate.