Internal Auditor

Roles and responsibilities

A multi-national company in the Alcoholic Beverages industry is looking for a detail-oriented Internal Auditor Specialist to join our internal audit team. In this role, you will be responsible for conducting audits to assess the quality of financial and operational processes. You will work closely with various departments to ensure compliance with established policies and regulations, while identifying areas for improvement.

Conduct internal audits across various departments to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls

• Analyze financial records and operational processes for compliance and efficiency
• Prepare and present clear and concise audit reports summarizing findings and recommendations
• Collaborate with team members to develop audit plans based on risk assessments
• Assist with the development of internal audit policies and procedures
• Follow up on audit recommendations to ensure implementation and improvement
• Stay updated on changes in regulations and best practices in auditing
• Identify and assess areas of significant business risk.
• Implement best audit and business practices in line with applicable internal audit statements.
• Manage resources and audit assignments.
• Identify and reduce all business and financial risks through effective implementation and monitoring of controls.
• Develop, implement and maintain internal audit policies and procedures in accordance with local and international best practice.
• Compile and implement the annual Internal Audit plan.
• Conduct ad hoc investigations into identified or reported risks.
• Oversee risk-based audits covering operational and financial processes.
• Ensure complete, accurate and timely audit information is reported to Management and/or Risk Committees.
• Overall supervision of planned annual audits.

Desired candidate profile

• Degree in internal auditing, financial accounting or financial management (essential).
• Two years of work experience in an internal audit environment.
• Two years of fraud auditing experience.
• Accreditation with the Institute of Internal Auditors.
• Exceptional accounting skills.
• Analytical thinker with strong conceptual and problem-solving skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail with the ability to multi-task.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent documentation, communication and IT skills.
• Strong knowledge of auditing standards, procedures, laws, rules, and regulations.
• Excellent mathematical and analytical skills.
• Advanced computer skills and working knowledge of auditing software, such as CAMS and AuditBoard.
• Meticulous attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to work with large amounts of complex financial data.
• Solid communication and leadership skills.