QNB3346 - Associate Operations Audit

About QNB

Established in 1964 as the country’s first Qatari-owned commercial bank, QNB Group has steadily grown to become the largest bank in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region.

QNB Group’s presence through its subsidiaries and associate companies extends to more than 31 countries across three continents providing a comprehensive range of advanced products and services. The total number of employees is more than 28,000 serving up to 20 million customers operating through 1,000 locations, with an ATM network of 4,300 machines.

QNB has maintained its position as one of the highest rated regional banks from leading credit rating agencies including Standard & Poor’s (A), Moody’s (Aa3) and Fitch (A+). The Bank has also been the recipient of many awards from leading international specialised financial publications.

Based on the Group’s consistent strong financial performance and its expanding international presence, QNB currently ranks as the most valuable bank brand in the Middle East and Africa, according to Brand Finance Magazine.

QNB Group has an active community support program and sponsors various social, educational and sporting events.

Summary

The incumbent will be responsible for conducting individual operations audit assignments under the guidance of his/her immediate superior in accordance with the approved audit plan. The incumbent will ensure compliance with the related approved manual, policies/procedures and make practical/feasible recommendations for mitigating risks/improving controls and processes. In doing the above, the incumbent will ensure adherence to internal auditing best practices, including but not limited to the Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (SPPIA), applicable guidelines and recommendations by the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision.

Experience

• Participate in individual assignments as per the approved annual audit plan (comprising operations audits and the other functions/activities assigned as mentioned above) and ensure completion of the assigned tasks within the budgeted/allocated time.
• Assist in identifying and evaluating the risks involved on the individual audit assignments by using the risk assessment methodology/parameters developed by Group Internal Audit (GIA).
• Assist in the review of the operations processes and make practical/feasible recommendations to improve the quality.
• Adhere to the procedures/guidelines contained in the internal audit Policy & Procedures manual in the conduct of day-to-day responsibilities/tasks.
• Provide inputs to VP- Operations Audit for preparation of audit programs for the audits/reviews assigned.
• Raise factually correct audits findings during the course of the audit fieldwork that adequately reflect the deficiency/non-compliance noted during the audit process.
• Monitor post audit follow-up of the audit reports to ensure compliance with recommendations, as per VP Operations Audit instructions, if required.
• Participate in special investigations and assignments, as and when required.
• Submit performance appraisals on timely basis as per the laid down policy in this regard to VP Operations Audit.
• Responsible for utilizing the appropriate audit software procured by Group Internal Audit in the most effective and efficient manner.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in finance, accounting, economics, banking or other related subjects
• Studying for professional qualifications such as CMA/CBA/CPA/CIA/CA/ACCA
• Fluency in English and Arabic
• Basic legal and documentation background pertaining to the incumbent’s area of responsibility
• Understanding of risk concepts, banking operations/systems and pertinent regulatory requirements
• Knowledge of MS Office Suite

Note: you will be required to attach the following:

• Resume/CV
• Copy of Passport or QID
• Copy of Education Certificate