Internal Auditor

Al Ain Wildlife Park & Resort - Al Ain, E.A.U.

Description du poste

Job Purpose:-

To audit a set of internal controls, organisation procedures and compliance with corporate governance, regulatory rules and regulations and company policies and to propose recommendations to manage risks. Undertakes special assignments as directed.

Key Tasks and Duties:-

Audit Planning:

•Attend and participate in Internal Audit Department Planning Meetings;

•Attend and participate in Opening Meetings with key personnel of functions to be audited;

•Participate in the risk assessment process;

•Assist in the preparation of the detailed risk register(s) including the evaluation of the nature,
impact and likelihood identified risks on the Department / Section / Function under review as well as evaluating the controls identified that mitigate those risks;

•Participate in the preparation of the detailed internal audit work program to address
the risks identified along with the testing strategy.

Audit Execution:

•Implement the testing strategy to achieve the objectives of audit assignment;

•Perform testing of internal controls identified during the planning phase to the extent documented in the risk assessment. Conclude on the effectiveness of internal controls;

•Use computer software that aids in performing analytical tests (CAATS);

•Identify sufficient, factual, reliable, relevant and useful information to support test results;

•Assist in obtaining an understanding of the Department/ Section/ Function under review and documenting such understanding in the form of flowcharts, narratives, etc.

•Document and confirm the issues raised and the management response

•Uploading of work documentation in the E-governance Portal and signing off the working papers if necessary;

•Provide regular feedback and update to the Senior Auditor or Audit Manager during the course of Audit Assignments.

Audit Reporting:

•Prepare the Internal Audit Control exception sheet;

•Participate in the drafting of the Internal Audit report;

•Attend the closing meeting with the Head of the Department / Section / Function under review to discuss the issues raised and the proposed recommendations;

•Participate in conducting the follow up assignments to ensure the proper implementation of the management action plans as agreed in the report.

Others:

•Develop UAE Nationals.

•Undertake extra or special key assignments outside of the annual audit plan, as directed by the Audit Manager;

•Follow up on the individual training program and ensure registration to the communicated training courses;

•Prepare the individual professional development plan;

•Obtain regular feedback from the Senior Auditor regarding his / her performance and how to improve

•Identify areas of improvement in the audit process;

vInitiate the staff appraisal following each audit assignment and discuss it with the Senior Auditor and agree on development measures;

•Prepare monthly timesheets to track allocation of time spent;

•Perform other tasks as directed by the Audit Senior or Audit Manager.

Compétences

•Minimum : An B.A. or B.Sc., in a relevant subject such as Accountancy, Finance, etc..

•Preferred: a) A light vehicle driving license.
b) CIA qualification or working towards obtaining such qualification.


•At least 1-2 years in auditing with experience in a company environment.

•Some exposure to government entities and private entities is a must.

•An understanding of the purpose of Al Ain Wildlife Park, its mission and the outline function of each department within the organisation;

•Undertake projects requiring analytical and risk assessment skills;

•Knowledge of Internal Audit Standards;

•Clear logical thought processes;

•Excellent analytical skills;

•Excellent reporting skills;

•Excellent written and spoken English;

•Good written and spoken Arabic;

•Clear understanding of Corporate Governance;

•Excellent presentation skills;

•Excellent interpersonal skills;

•Ability to generate recommendations for business process improvements.