Internal Auditor

Summary of the PositionThe Auditor is responsible for conducting audit tests and work streams and issuing audit conclusions and recommendations as part of an audit assignment under the supervision of a Senior Auditor or a Lead Auditor. Through interviews with auditees, reviews of documentation and data analyses, he/she is in charge of assessing the risks of activities/departments/themes reviewed and the effectiveness of the internal control setup. Over the course of the various audit assignments, he/she develops Audit techniques to gain in autonomy and efficiency.Key ResponsibilitiesI – During an audit assignmentThe Auditor is responsible for carrying out audit work under the supervision of a Senior Auditor/Lead Auditor within established timeframes in accordance with IGE methodology and procedures and Internal Audit standards. It includes:To independently carry audit planning and fieldwork as assigned by the Head of Mission/Lead Auditor, in accordance with IGE methodology and within agreed timeframe, including:A preliminary assessment of the audited activity highlighting the related risks and controlsTesting and analysing of the results of the controls planned in the audit programTo document clearly and precisely in the test sheets the controls performed and the conclusions reachedTo identify and report on strengths and weaknesses of the audited areas, to analyse the root causes and consequences of the identified weaknesses, to formalise possible remediation and recommendations to address the findings and to conclude on the effectiveness and efficiency of the control set-up and business practicesTo present audit conclusions to IGE management and to the management of the audited unit (debriefing presentation, final audit report, etc.).To keep the Head of Mission in charge of the assignment/Local Head of Audit informed of the progress on the audit work assigned, and to escalate any issue that may impact/delay the audit’s execution or any other relevant matters that arise on the assigned audit and the risk and control environmentTo conduct recommendations follow-ups to monitor whether adequate corrective actions have been taken prior to closing any recommendationsTo ensure proper archiving of any supporting documentation, audit evidence and deliverables.II – IGE Continuous Improvement Program / Transversal topicsThe Auditor contributes to the continuous improvement of IGE methodologies and processes. As part of his/her responsibilities, he/she can be requested to:Prepare or update audit guides or scorecards related to specific activities based on existing knowledge, documentation, interviews, etc.Monitor the implementation of recommendations issuedBuild and share knowledge (e.g. through contributing to SynerGIA or taking part in various Methods and Support workstreams or assignments)Participate in one or several knowledge communities within IGEThe Auditor is regularly trained on banking and regulatory matters and must always maintain a sufficient knowledge of the audit area he/she is responsible for. He/she must complete all the mandatory trainings within the defined timelines.Management and ReportingDirect reporting line to a Local Head of Audit or Deputy to Global Audit ManagerDuring an assignment, the Auditor reports to the Head of Mission/Lead Auditor in charge of the assignment or to a Senior Auditor depending on the organization of the assignmentRole RequirementsBachelors or Masters degree in accounting, business, finance, engineering or related field.CPA/CISA/ACAMS or other equivalent qualifications would be preferred.Minimally 2 years of audit experience, preferably in a financial institution/ banking industry.Proficiency in Word, Excel and Powerpoint.Strong analytical skills, verbal and written communication skills.Basic understanding of banking and finance activities, audit techniques.This role may require business travels in any relevant locations to conduct the assigned audits, for periods up to several consecutive weeks.