Audit Manager

Job Purpose:

Manage Corporate audit projects in the given timeline as per agreed guidelines to ensure that all identified risks are addressed by management with a high level of efficiency and effectiveness This position is responsible for assisting the Head of Corporate Audit in order to maintain an effective system of internal controls across the organization. Duties will be performed in accordance with acceptable audit standards.

Functional Accountabilities: 

PLANNING
• Assist the Head of Corporate Audit in the preparation of Corporate Audit plans to set out the priorities of the Corporate Audit -Section, consistent with the organizational objectives.

OPERATIONAL
• Conducts corporate audit projects based on the annual audit plan and risk assessment.
• Assists the Head of Corporate Audit in the assignment field planning and the development and maintenance of audit programs.
• Conducts interviews, reviews documents, develops and administers surveys, composes summary memos, prepares working papers, identifies and defines issues, reviews and analyzes evidence, documents processes and procedures, and documents issues and recommendations.
• Maintains productive business unit and staff relationships through individual contacts and group meetings.
• Maintains the Company’s standard for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing and the Code of Ethics developed by The Institute of Internal Auditors and Panda standards.
• Administer the assessment of risks and internal controls within the audited area; identification of process weaknesses and inefficiencies and operational issues, evaluation of Risks and Controls, and preparation of Risk and Control Matrix
• Work closely with the other departments’ managers (IT, Finance, Operations, etc.) on Corporate audit-internal audit matters to achieve the company objectives and ensure implementation of the agreed remediation plans
• Stays abreast of general business/economic developments and new professional announcements & standards to gain an understanding of their links and impact on the organization. Understands and applies technical standards.
• Maintains a positive, professional relationship with staff and management at all levels, including maintaining a professional appearance at all times.
• Coordinate with other Audit Division’s units and activities so that it effectively utilizes its resources, manages its priorities, and is able to be both responsive and proactive.

REPORTING
• Communicate the results of audits via written reports and oral presentations to the CAE and Head of Corporate Audit.
• Report to the Head of Corporate Audit on monthly basis on the related pending remediation plans

Follow up
• Ensure that all agreed remediation plans are subsequently implemented.
• Perform follow-up procedures timely to determine whether agreed remediation plans have been implemented.

PEOPLE MANAGEMENT
• Keep abreast with all the latest updates in the audit, risk management, and fraud field and improve the abilities of the department abilities.
• Provide clear direction, prioritize tasks, assign and delegate responsibility and monitor the workflow
• Plan, manage and review individual performance and provide regular feedback, development, and coaching, taking prompt action where necessary

Education:
University degree from a recognized university.
Professional certification such as CPA/ ACCA/ CIA/ CRMA is required.
A Master’s degree in business administration is considered beneficial

Experience, Skills & Competencies
A minimum of 7 years of relevant experience, in the retail sector, is preferred, and 2 years in a leadership position, Previous GCC experience is considered beneficial

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
• Risk Control and Governance
• Compliance & Regulatory Requirements
• Data/ Financial & Risk Analysis
• Audit Reporting
• Good verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills—the ability to work closely with people at all levels of the organization and facilitate the implementation of corrective action.
• Quality Inspection
• Knowledge of Laws and Regulations
• Project management experience would be a plus.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.