Internal Auditor

Description

• We are looking for a suitably experienced and qualified candidate to manage stakeholder relationships and execute risk-based internal audits across the NNH Group, in accordance with The International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (the Standards)

Duties

• Perform internal audits in accordance with the internal audit methodology principles and processes
• Continuously plan, execute and monitor the progress of executing the annual Internal Audit plan
• Gather and compile the relevant key information and documentation, and participate in the audit planning discussions with the relevant business stakeholders
• Discuss & validate the key control description with the relevant business stakeholders and walkthrough the relevant key control processes
• Identify the key risks and controls that are relevant to the audit scope, and assess the adequacy of the control descriptions, and prepare the draft Risk and Control Matrix
• Gather the relevant business information and reports, analyze the data integrity and trends, and apply maximum and continuous assurance methods
• Draft the audit testing program and evaluate the effective implementation of the key control processes and document the testing outcomes in the working paper file
• Cross-reference sufficient and appropriate audit evidence in the working papers file, and draft the preliminary audit issues
• Establish and maintain professional working relations with all the internal and external stakeholders
• Perform internal quality assurance reviews on audit files to assess compliance with internal audit standards and methodology principles
• Continuously monitor audit timelines, milestones and deliverables, and update the audit status to the information systems and applications, and
• Assist in the preparation of the management and board reports on a periodic basis and perform all administrative / operational tasks related to the internal audit function
• Requisites:
• Exhibit high morals & professional conduct
• Unbiased objectivity & independence
• Committed to continuous professional training & development
• Ability to work independently, accurately & under pressure
• Excellent communication & interpersonal / people skills
• Moderate business acumen & logical thinking
• Strong conflict resolution skills
• Strong analytical & problem-solving skills
• Excellent report writing skills
• Essential Qualifications:
• NQF Level
• Advanced Diplomas/National 1st Degrees
• Essential Qualifications:
• 3-year Degree / Honors Degree / equivalent qualification in in Accounting, Internal Auditing, and / or Information Technology
• Preferred Certifications
• Preference will be given to a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Financial Services Auditor
• (CFSA) and / or Chartered Accountant (CA)
• Minimum Experience Level:
• 3 to 5 years’ experience in Auditing / Risk Management, preferably within the financial services industry
• Knowledge of the Bank’s policies and procedures
• Namibian citizenship
• Technical / Professional Knowledge:
• Ethics and Fraud
• Governance, Risk and Controls
• Accounting principles
• Principles of project management
• Relevant regulatory knowledge
• Business writing skills
• Auditing
• Institute of Internal Auditors standards
• Behavioural Competencies:
• Applied Learning
• Communication
• Collaborating
• Decision Making
• Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills

Notes

• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted