Inviting applications for the role of Management Trainee, Corporate Internal Audit
To report high risk issues and key controls deficiencies directly to Senior Leadership, including recommendations for improving the organisation’s operations, in terms of both efficient and effective performance. This role provides exposure to different functions and business domains and an opportunity to work with senior leadership and drive action plan to closure. The role is unique in that it has a potential to drive change and has a direct visibility to senior management.
Responsibilities
• Report to Senior Manager-Internal Audit Operations
• The primary responsibilities of the role are to perform effective Internal Audit engagements, with ensuring sound internal controls over assets, finances, contracting, third-party relationships, legal and regulatory compliance, and business ethics.
• Corporate Internal Audit provides opportunities and exposure across various functions within the organization. an enriching experience and inclusive learning including not limited to Project management, Stakeholder connect, Outside the box thinking.
• Engage teams across regions (US, LATAM and Europe)
• Perform key activities in audit life cycle: scoping, planning, fieldwork execution, reporting and issue tracking.
• Assess control frameworks for efficiency and effectiveness.
• Conduct ongoing risk assessments for financial risk, operational risk, other risks etc;
• Performing advanced, specialized audit procedures in multiple
o Disciplines, e.g., financial processes, Operational processes, Compliance
o Functions, e.g., Infra/Logistics, Information Technology, Human Resource etc.
• Performing audits would entail
o Planning: Audit program, project tollgates, resourcing, stakeholder support
o Execution: Develop Risk Control Matrix, drive project plan, test controls, identify gaps
• Partner with key leaders in the Business, Finance, Legal and Compliance to foster an effective and robust environment of risk management and controls.
• Provide recommendations on areas for improvement in business processes and internal controls to prevent/minimize future control risks.
• Participate in investigations and strategic and large projects.
Qualifications we seek in you!
Minimum qualifications
• University Degree in Finance, Accounts (or equivalent studies) will be preferred. ACCA, CA, CIA, CISA, MBA qualifications (ongoing or completed) would represent and advantage
• Excellent Project Management and Communication skills. Should show urgency to resolve issues as they come up and meet stringent deadlines. Ability to Multi-task and deal with several priorities.
• Ability to work with team of auditors across different Geographies.
• Ability to see the larger picture, assess accounting, business and regulatory implications and come out with practical recommendations.
• Questioning mindset with ability to take on special audits in previously unexplored areas. Ability to deal with Ambiguity.
• Exposure to Risk Assessment methodology
• Strong business acumen; must be flexible, a self-starter, team oriented,
• Must be skillful at fostering collaborative relationships across all lines of management
Preferred Qualifications/ Skills
• Ability to think strategically and assist the organization and management of a cross functional team is essential
• Committed to self-development, share ideas / improvement opportunities
