Job Title: Senior Auditor
Position Summary:
The Senior Auditor is responsible for supporting the internal audit department in planning, conducting, and completing financial, operational, and compliance audits. This role involves examining and analyzing data, evaluating internal controls, and ensuring that company policies and procedures are followed. The Senior Auditor will also help document audit findings and support the resolution of identified issues, contributing to the improvement of organizational processes and controls. The ideal candidate can work independently with minimal supervision and demonstrate initiative in managing audit tasks.
Key Responsibilities:
- Audit Planning and Execution:
- Assist in the preparation of audit schedules and audit work programs.
- Conduct fieldwork by collecting, verifying, and analyzing data from various departments.
- Identify potential risks, inefficiencies, and areas of non-compliance.
- Data Analysis and Documentation:
- Analyze financial statements, transactions, and operational data to evaluate internal controls and compliance.
- Prepare work papers and documentation to support audit findings.
- Document detailed observations and results in accordance with audit standards.
- Monitoring and Reporting:
- Track the status and resolution of audit findings and observations.
- Draft audit reports, including clear and concise documentation of audit results.
- Compliance and Control Assessment:
- Ensure audits align with company policies, legal regulations, and industry standards.
- Assess internal controls and recommend improvements as needed.
- Maintain knowledge of relevant regulations and best practices to enhance audit processes.
- Collaboration and Communication:
- Communicate effectively with Business Process Owners to gather information and clarify procedures.
- Support special projects and tasks assigned by audit management.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
- Experience: 2-3 years of experience in auditing, accounting, or a related area, with demonstrated ability to handle complex audits and work independently with minimal supervision.
- Skills:
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and familiarity with audit software and data analytics tools.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and manage audit tasks autonomously.
- Self-motivation, time management, and decision-making skills.
- Knowledge of risk assessment frameworks and regulatory compliance.
- Ethical mindset with commitment to confidentiality.
Preferred Certifications (Optional):
- CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), or intention to pursue certification, is advantageous.
