Manager Internal Audit

The role reports to the Director, Internal Audit. The role holder is expected to focus on specific process areas, as agreed with the line manager ensuring successful completion of audit engagements.

The role holder makes key decisions related to the day-to-day management of audits, associated with the number of resources assigned, scope of work, and reporting.

PRIMARY JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

People Management

• Manage the activities of direct reports to ensure that all work is carried out in an efficient manner, in line with the annual business plans, and policies and procedures.
• Manage the training and development of team members to ensure continuous progression, and a high-level of competence within the team.
• Manage the resources within the department and resolve any conflicts resulting from resource constraints.
• Ensure compliance with Internal Audit Departmental standards, policies, and procedures.

Budget Planning

• Provide input into the preparation of the Internal Audit function’s budget and advise line management on risks and opportunities.

Audit Planning

• Support the Director in developing the annual risk-based internal audit plan to systematically cover the various risk areas in the business environment.
• Develop risk registers and heat maps to support a risk-based audit program design and ensure controls are in place to mitigate each risk.
• Monitor the implementation of the internal audit plans and recommend the necessary changes, with the approval of the Audit, Risk and Compliance Committee to ensure objectives of the audit are met.

Audit

• Ensure adherence to CCAD’s policies and procedures so that operational efficiency and protection are maximized.
• Conduct investigations and detect any possible fraudulent activities proactively or reactively to ensure that such activities are identified, rectified, and appropriate action is taken in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Ensure an appropriate framework is in place to flag identified audit observations and support in developing cost-effective action plans when necessary to reduce risks and vulnerabilities.
• Liaise with external auditors and managers throughout the organization to facilitate the completion of Internal Audits.