Branch Auditor (ASA Microfinance Bank Pakistan Limited)

Job Description:

• Execute audit assignments in accordance with the approved monthly audit plan.
• Coordinate with supervisors in execution of the annual risk-based audit plan and assist in finalization of monthly audit schedules.
• Ensure compliance with internal audit standards, policies, and procedures throughout all phases of the audit process.
• Review, document, evaluate, and test internal controls and systems to assess adequacy, effectiveness, reliability of information, regulatory compliance, and safeguarding of assets.
• Analyze, verify, compute, and interpret financial and operational data to identify control gaps and operational risks.
• Conduct entry meetings with auditee management to discuss audit scope, objectives, and execution approach.
• Arrange and participate in exit meetings with auditee management to communicate audit observations, minimize gaps in understanding, and ensure timely corrective actions.
• Escalate significant audit findings, control weaknesses, and risk matters to Manager Branch Audit on a timely basis.
• Prepare, maintain, and preserve audit documentation including working papers, audit programs, supporting evidence, permanent and current files, circulars, minutes of meetings, and official memorandums for supervisory review.
• Participate in departmental meetings and contribute towards discussions on audit issues, risk management, and process improvements.
• Remain updated on regulatory requirements, banking systems, business processes, and evolving control environments.
• Ensure adherence to ethical standards, professional conduct, and Internal Audit Manual requirements.
• Stay abreast of changes in the regulatory framework, industry practices, and emerging risks relevant to the banking sector.
• Perform any additional assignments, projects, or responsibilities assigned by Manager Branch Audit, and Senior Management.