Lead Internal Auditor
Role Summary/Purpose
To plan and perform internal audits and business review assignments in accordance with an annual audit plan and Internal Audit methodology and operating processes.
To ensure Internal Audit meets its obligations as set out in the GE Capital Internal Audit Charter, instructions issued by GECIA and regulatory requirements.
Essential Responsibilities
Delivery of internal audits:
- Plan and perform audit and advisory assignments in accordance with the Audit Plan and Internal Audit Methodology and operating processes, including:
- Understand risks and controls applicable to the business
- Develop audit scope and approach
- Complete and coordinate all aspects of audit fieldwork, including risks and controls assessments
- Identify audit issues and develop recommendations for improvement
- Prepare and present audit findings and reports
Issue management:
- Facilitate audit issue remediation and closure, monitor actions due, review evidence to support closure
Stakeholder communication reporting:
- Appropriately engage key stakeholders in delivering internal audit assignments
- Communicate relevant information to stakeholders in a timely, relevant manner.
- Builds and grow relationships with key business contacts
Leadership skills:
- Proven ability to lead internal audit teams in delivery of internal audits / IA plan
Management Effectiveness
- Deliver internal audits on time / within budget
- Problem solving and analytical skills
Qualifications/Requirements
University Degree in Commerce, Business or a related discipline
CA or CPA qualification
Experience
Minimum 6 years auditing experience in a major chartered accounting firm
Minimum 2 year experience of performing internal audit projects (in chartered or corporate).
Experience in financial services (and particularly experience in insurance, credit cards and consumer and commercial lending) is an advantage.
Flexibility to travel interstate and or internationally (infrequently)
Desired Characteristics
Technical Knowledge
- Broad knowledge of Australian and International auditing standards.
- Sound knowledge of Legislation, Acts, Codes and Regulatory requirements applicable to financial services.
- Knowledge of financial services operations is an advantage.
Skills
- Excellent communication skills and presentation skills
- Negotiation and Influencing skills
- Problem solving and analytical skills
- Client focus and experience dealing with clients
- Time and project management skills
- Thorough knowledge of Microsoft applications.
Attributes/Behaviours
- Integrity
- Confidence
- Self motivated
- Ability to be agile in changing circumstances
- Ability to work as part of a team, and work unsupervised
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