Internal Audit Associate

Job description:

1. Ensures the completion of tasks and activities on schedule and in accordance with Internal Audit’s (IA) policies and procedures to achieve the objective(s) of the assigned audit engagement.
2. Performs the audit in a professional manner and in accordance with the approved audit program and Internal Audit Department’s policies.
3. Assists in determining the objectives of the proposed audit effort.
4. Assists in planning the direction and scope of the audit and preparation of audit programs.
5. Assists in obtaining, analyzing and appraising data to create an informed objective opinion about the adequacy and effectiveness of the internal control system and the efficiency of the performance of activities under review.
6. Assists in putting together relevant and feasible recommendations to address control deficiencies.
7. Assists in the preparation of formal written reports, expressing opinions on the adequacy and effectiveness of the system and efficiency with which activities are carried out.
8. Assists in special examinations at the request of Management.
9. Handles audit working papers and internal communications.
10. Follows up outstanding audit issues and conduct follow-up reviews to appraise the adequacy of the corrective action/s taken.
11. Provides assistance in discussing audit exceptions and recommendations to auditee’s management during and at the conclusion of audit assignment.
12. Alerts IA Management of any indication of fraud in the area under review;
13. Update the IA Management System of the required audit documentation within the required timeline.
14. Performs other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Job skills and requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy or Internal Audit

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Internal Audit (CIA), preferred but not required

• Preferably with experience working in a regulated environment such as insurance or financial services
• Minimum one (1) year work experience in an internal audit environment

• Experience in using TeamMate an advantage

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and flowcharting applications

• Ability to work under pressure and strong problem-solving skills 

• Highly analytical and keen on details and accuracy