Senior Internal Auditor

Trident Trust is a leading independent provider of corporate, trust and fund services to the financial services sector worldwide, employing over 1,100 staff across a global footprint that spans Africa, the Americas, Asia, the Caribbean, Europe and the Middle East. Client focused and service oriented, we only employ individuals who are professionally minded, committed and able to demonstrate good interpersonal skills.

The Role

Trident Trust Philippines (TTPH) is seeking a qualified and experienced internal audit professional to join its Other Core Services Team, which supports the growing Trident Trust Internal Audit (TTIA) team. Based in London and the Isle of Man, TTIA reports to the Trident Trust Group Head of Risk, Audit & Compliance.

TTIA is responsible for delivering the Group's risk-based Internal Audit Plan and providing assurance to senior business stakeholders. Reporting directly to a Senior Internal Audit Manager, the successful candidate will conduct internal audit assignments with a strong focus on internal financial controls. Key audit areas include payments, payroll, expenses, project expenditure, creditors, debtors and reconciliations. The role also involves assessing and reporting on the adequacy of internal processes, systems, controls and governance, and compliance with relevant policies and procedures. Strong communication and organisational skills are essential, together with the ability to build and maintain effective business relationships. Given the global nature of the business, occasional travel to other Group offices may be required.

Reporting Line

• Group Internal Audit, Senior Manager
• General Manager (PH)

Duties

• Deliver internal audit reviews in accordance with the approved risk-based plan, or as requested by the Group Head of Risk, Audit & Compliance, and in line with agreed quality standards and methodology
• Plan assignments and research key risks affecting auditable areas, including relevant legislation and regulatory requirements, as necessary
• Conduct audit walkthroughs to identify and test key controls
• Prepare factual and relevant audit reports that provide assurance to recipients, identify potential issues and set out the mitigating actions to be taken by management
• Conduct follow-up activities to confirm that agreed internal audit actions have been fully implemented, and business risks have been appropriately mitigated
• Support the preparation of management information reports for Managing Directors and senior business stakeholders on the status of the Internal Audit Plan, emerging issues and audit actions
• Agree performance objectives and take ownership of a personal development plan
• Maintain effective working relationships with business management and finance teams across all offices, and promote a strong risk, compliance and control culture

Skills and Knowledge

• Five to ten years of relevant experience, preferably in the financial services industry
• A bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification
• A relevant professional certification, such as CPA, CIA, ACCA or CISA, or a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related field
• Excellent communication, report-writing and analytical skills
• Ability to build effective relationships and influence stakeholders
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and explore solutions to complex issues
• Ability to balance individual deliverables with team objectives and activities
• Strong time-management, planning and organisational skills
• Ability to apply learning effectively and use relevant software packages
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate proposed actions and their implications, including costs and benefits
• Resilience and the highest degree of personal integrity
• Proficiency in English

Remuneration

An attractive compensation package will be based upon the successful candidate's relevant experience and overall suitability of the position.

How to Apply

Applications will be treated in the strictest of confidence. Please apply directly on LinkedIn through this job post.