Audit and Risk Associate

Overview

Responsible for executing operational and compliance audit reviews and ensuring compliance at the country office and at project levels, with requirements dictated by internal/external policies and regulatory bodies and agencies.

Description

  • Assist in developing an annual audit plan for the Group for approval by the Audit Committee.
  • Execute audits of audit entities to assess controls, operational efficiencies, and compliance with policies, standard operational procedures, and regulations. Resolve audit problems that occur and develop modifications to coverage and schedule.
  • Perform special analyses and reviews, including compliance, instances of alleged fraud, and unethical
  • Review and report on the accuracy, timeliness, and relevance of the financial and other information that is provided for Board and Management.
  • Refer major audit issues to the Head of Audit & Risk for
  • Research and keep abreast of country legislative issues, new audit regulations/trends, and audit Discuss updates of new regulations with the Head of Audit & Risk and relevant country departments.
  • Ensure work papers are adequately documented and audit evidence is
  • Elicit information from knowledgeable internal/external sources about areas and functions to determine appropriate audit direction/methodology for the business units within the country office.
  • Assist external auditors as Coordinating the country office’s response to audit findings and recommendations.
  • Maintain risk register
  • Update risks during operations as well as mitigation plans
  • Implement a risk mitigation plan developed at the corporate level
  • Consolidate risk exposure via compliance checklists in all country-level departments and give data to Project monitoring associate

Requirements

  • Undergraduate degree or equivalent in business, accounting, or audit
  • ACA, ACCA or CIA qualification
  • Minimum of 5 years of professional experience, with at least 4 years within a similar role

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