Operational Audit Lead

Description

• Lead and conduct interviews with stakeholders in order to evaluate risks and review internal documents to deliver Audit Planning Summary and Audit Scope Memorandum for each project to the directors of Internal Audit.
• Prepare audit budgets, timelines, and resource allocations for review by the directors of Internal Audit.
• Prepare and complete a draft audit program and fieldwork testing plan to assess the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls.
• Manage audit fieldwork processes including walkthroughs, workpaper documentation, and identification of audit observations. Communicate results via written audit reports and oral audit presentations to key stakeholders and senior management.
• Develop and maintain productive client, staff, and management relationships.
• Provide advice and counsel to management to help improve internal processes and controls.
• Co-source oversight

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree
• Relevant professional auditing and accounting certifications preferred (e.g. Chartered Accountant, Chartered Internal Auditor, Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Public Accountant, Certified Fraud Examiner, Certified Information System Auditor etc.).
• Minimum 6 years of work experience in internal auditing, accounting, or compliance; including previous management and supervisory experience. 3 of the 6 years can be project management, team management and other relevant organization skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required, including English.
• Strong data analysis, analytical and organizational skills.
• Proven experience in managing and leading internal audits consistent with professional standards, policies, and procedures is required.