Internal auditing is an independent, objective assurance and consulting activity designed to add value and improve organization's operations. It helps an organization accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes. Internal auditing is a catalyst for improving an organization's governance, risk management and management controls by providing insight and recommendations based on analyses and assessments of data and business an processes. With commitment to integrity and accountability, internal auditing provides value to governing bodies and senior management as an objective source of independent advice.
Job Responsibilities
- Establish and maintain close partnerships with operations and Store Support Center functions (SSC) for the Health & Beauty format.
- Plan, lead, and execute risk-based audits independently according to the annual audit plan approved by Audit Committee, within the timelines and resources allocated.
- Ensure high quality of audit works are performed through understanding of business and risks.
- Identify internal control deficiencies and opportunities to improve business effectiveness and efficiency, and to document the results in accordance with the DFIGA Audit Manual.
- Develop and review risk catalogues with clear test of controls.
- Prepare audit reports for Audit Lead / Audit Controller's review and follow up to ensure the audit reports are issued on a timely basis.
- Monitor and review the close out of prior audit findings by management, and to timely report on overdue items to senior management for remediations.
- Perform any ad hoc reviews, advisories and investigations as assigned, and provide practical and effective recommendations to management in enhancing the control environment within the Company.
- Prepare internal reports monthly for submission and review.
- Support preparation of Audit Committee Meetings, and followed through on action points timely if requested upon.
- On-going review of audit work programs using a risk-based approach and recommend changes, if necessary.
- Manage key stakeholders through partnership in achieving business objectives.
- Take up new responsibilities for assigned markets, where necessary.
- Excellent in report writing, articulating issues and influencing stakeholders.
Job Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of experience in internal/external audit with early years preferably in a Big 4 accounting firm
- Degree in Accounting/Finance/Marketing/Information Technology or equivalent
- Have fundamental knowledge in principles of governance, risks and controls
- Proficient in MS Office
- Possess high energy level and strong work ethic with a commitment to continuous improvement in a dynamic and changing environment that strive to exceed expectations
- Good communication, analytical and presentation skills (written and verbal)
- Ability to work independently and operate as a team
- Excellent interpersonal skills demonstrating ability to persuade and influence
- Prior experience working in retail, operations/ supply chain or a matrix organization is a plus
- Some exposure to data analytics and information technology audits will be an added advantage
- Willing and able to travel within and outside home country (20%)
