Internal Audit Manager Position
The Internal Audit Manager is a crucial role that oversees the implementation of an effective control framework to ensure sound risk management. This position involves leading a team of inspectors, coordinating with audited departments, managing timelines, and delivering comprehensive inspection reports with actionable recommendations.
Key Responsibilities
1. Analysis and Assessment Plan: Organise, define, and lead cross-functional audit missions in line with the annual audit plan.
2. Diagnostic Reviews: Conduct reviews to evaluate key risk management controls.
3. Investigation and Control Plans: Develop plans, including methodology, timelines, and audit tasks, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and best practices.
4. Audit Work Quality: Assess the quality of audit work and summaries produced by inspectors.
5. Post-Audit Debrief Meetings: Lead meetings with stakeholders, including senior management.
6. Final Reports and Recommendations: Produce clear and accurate reports and recommendations.
Reporting and Follow-Up
Present findings and conclusions to audited parties and senior management. Provide both oral and written summaries of audit missions. Approve and monitor the implementation of recommendations until completion. Provide regular progress updates to senior auditors and management.
Execution of Missions
Manage the audit mission schedule and ensure adherence to agreed deadlines. Lead, mentor, and evaluate members of the audit team. Ensure all mission-related documents are properly reviewed, finalised, and securely archived.
Continuous Improvement
Contribute to the enhancement of audit methodologies and tools. Monitor ongoing recommendations to ensure timely resolution. Participate in cross-departmental initiatives aimed at improving the organisation's internal control framework.
Candidate Profile
Education: Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
Experience: 35 years of relevant experience in audit, risk management, or a similar role within the financial or professional services industry.
Skills & Competencies:
Core Skills: Strong client service and interpersonal abilities. Excellent communication, presentation, and leadership skills. Ability to manage teams effectively and work collaboratively. Self-motivated, with strong organisational and time-management capabilities. Confident when interacting with internal and external stakeholders.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in audit methodologies and project management principles. Solid understanding of risk management and internal control frameworks. Knowledge of relevant regulatory environments and compliance standards. Familiarity with accounting, information systems, and audit tools. Strong written and verbal English; an additional European language (e.g., French) is an advantage.
Skills: Internal Audit, Audit, ACA