Over 12 years of experience with at least 5 years in a Senior managerial capacity with exposure to internal/external auditing with managing complex internal audit functions within the banking or financial services sector. Please refer to the job advert for further information.
Deputy Head of Internal Audit
Job Responsibilities
- Develop and execute risk-based audit plans, identifying critical areas for process improvement and ensuring high-quality delivery within the financial year.
- Plan, manage, and supervise all audit activities, monitoring progress to minimize disruption to auditees while managing time budgets and justifying any necessary scope changes.
- Review and approve audit programs, ensuring they effectively evaluate internal controls, risk management processes, and governance frameworks across the bank.
- Liaise with senior management and auditees to clearly communicate audit objectives and scope, ensuring all key business risks are addressed.
- Review and finalize comprehensive audit reports, highlighting significant findings and identifying opportunities for process improvement.
- Present unresolved issues and recommendations to the Audit Committee and Senior Management on a timely basis.
- Assign, brief, and mentor Team Leaders and audit members, providing clear direction for audit engagements.
- Conduct regular competency profiling of the audit team to identify training and coaching needs, ensuring adherence to IIA Standards and the Code of Ethics.
- Undertake supervisory reviews of audit working papers to ensure they are complete, accurate, and supported by robust documentary evidence.
- Conduct independent reviews of assignments performed by other teams as a lateral learning and quality initiative to maintain high institutional standards.
The Person
- Over 12 years of experience with at least 5 years in a Senior managerial capacity with exposure to internal/external auditing with managing complex internal audit functions within the banking or financial services sector.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
- Full qualification in CA, ACCA, CIMA, or CIA.
- Certified Information System Auditor (CISA) qualification is a distinct advantage.
- In-depth knowledge of Generally Accepted Auditing Practices , internal controls, regulatory frameworks and IIA Standards.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify systemic risks and recommend beneficial changes.
- Exceptional leadership and communication skills to liaise with senior management and the Board Audit Committee.
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