Senior Associate - Internal Audit

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing necessary process, policies and procedures for internal audit function.
• Evaluate and provide reasonable assurance that risk management, control and governance systems are functioning as per goals / objectives set.
• Assist Group Manager / Manager in planning financial, regulatory, information security and operational audits. Assist in developing audit programs that are tightly integrated with existing business objectives and the inherent risks of the areas under review.
• Coordinate with operations and support functions. Conduct risk assessments and ensure that controls in place to mitigate identified risks.
• Perform audit analyses and evaluate effectiveness and efficiency of control environment. Identify control gaps and opportunities for improvement.
• Obtain necessary documents / information; analyze and document facts and findings.
• Prepare timely audit reports for review of Group Manager / Manager.
• Assess, evaluate and promote compliance to Group policies and procedures.
• Contribute, as appropriate, in the year-end financial audit with the external auditor.
• Appraise the effectiveness, application of operational, financial, and information technology controls.
• Evaluate the sufficiency of / and adherence to the Company’s plans, policies and procedures and ensure compliance with governmental laws and regulations.
• Research new or technical subjects when required to support audits.
• Initiate or get involved in process improvements, automation, IT initiatives for effective and efficient functioning of internal audit.
• Assess, evaluate and promote compliance to the policies and procedures of the Internal Audit department.
• Provide feedback on performance of junior team members of the Internal Audit department on audit assignments, as applicable.
• Perform special projects as required.

Educational Qualification

• Masters in Finance
• Preferred Professional qualifications - CA,CPA, CIA, CMA

Experience

• Years of Experience: 5 - 7 Years
• Field of Experience: Internal Audit

Skills

• Knowledge of auditing standards, internal control frameworks, risk management, corporate governance, and their practical application in business operations.
• Structured analytical ability, problem solving and excellent communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Office and audit software.

Job Remarks

• Preferred Language: English
• Job Country: Kuwait
• Duty Shift / Timings: One Shift / 700 am to 3:00 pm