Internal Auditor – CA/CPA

Key Responsibilities:

– Perform data analytics and risk interviews to facilitate the development of, and draft annual risk assessment to determine the audit plan and the calendar.

– Manage the audit team (both internal staff and external co-source resources), to deliver the project as per the agreed timelines.

– Define the audit objective and review targeted risk assessments to determine scope of audit projects. Perform discussions/ process walk-throughs to facilitate the development of the audit scope and approach during the planning phase.

– Review corresponding engagement request lists and other key planning documents.

– Review data analytics for the relevant areas as available and identify outliners / key focus areas for testing of internal controls.

– Execute/conduct special financial, operational and technology audits.

– Act as a key liaison with BCT management and external auditors throughout the audit process.

– Review the design of the control testing approach and related audit program.

– Provide leadership to and supervision of other auditors participating in the project.

– Provide training of and feedback to less experienced auditors on the engagement.

– Perform detailed review and monitor audit progress to ensure completion within allotted timeframes.

– Draft reports of audit findings and obtain management responses in accordance with the functions KPIs and procedures. Ensure alignment with BCT management.

– Monitor remediation efforts related to such findings and ensure timely closure of action points. Manage overdue audit issues.

– Review documentation of testing results in the reporting tool aligned with the audit framework and methodology.

– Participate in risk assessment and governance-related activities.

Key Requirements, Skills, & Competencies:

– Chartered Accountant (CA) / Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) / Certified Public Accountant (CPA) / Certified Management Accountant (CMA).

– Additional certifications such as CISA, CFE, or SOX-related certifications will be an added advantage.

– Bachelors degree in a business-related field, preferably with a concentration in Accounting or Finance.

– Auditing background with 7+ years of experience in internal controls, risk management, consulting, advisory, and professional services.

– Big-4 and/or Technology industry experience is preferred.

– Strong understanding of internal audit methodologies, risk assessment and control frameworks.

– Strong analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyse, and disseminate significant amount of information with attention to detail and accuracy.

– Demonstrated expertise in navigating and auditing within globally implemented ERP platforms (SAP, Oracle, or similar) is a must-have requirement.

– Ability to multi-task, manage multiple stakeholders, and work effectively in a team-oriented environment as well as independently.

– Exposure to global operations/ multi-location audits is preferred.

– Excellent verbal and written communication, and presentation skills.

– Strong time management and ability to manage deadlines.

– Demonstrate high level of integrity and sound independent judgement.

– Experience with data analytics and visualization software is preferred.

– Open to travel, including international travel.

– Information Technology Auditing background will be an added advantage.