Senior Manager, Grant Audit

What the role is

The Senior Manager plays a critical role in ensuring WSG’s programme partners’ operational and compliance controls are robust and effective. This individual will assist to coordinate with the external auditors in grant audit assignments, support to provide strategic insights to senior leadership, and champion a culture of risk management and continuous improvement across the organisation.

What you will be working on

Your key responsibilities include:

• Develop and execute a relevant risk-based annual grant audit plan based on a comprehensive risk assessment, incorporating outsourced audit resources and other third-party service providers.
• Coordinate and manage relationships with outsourced auditing firms, ensuring adherence to scope, timelines, and deliverables.
• Review and assess audit plans proposed by external firms to ensure alignment with Divisional/Programme objectives, programme terms and conditions, contractual requirements regulatory standards etc.
• Monitor and evaluate the performance and effectiveness of outsourced audit activities, addressing any issues that may arise.
• Ensure proper communication and collaboration between programme partners, internal divisions and external auditors to facilitate seamless audit execution.
• Review and provide strategic recommendations based on audit findings to mitigate risks and improve Programme Partners’ internal processes and controls.
• Monitor and collaborate with programme teams to address audit findings and ensure timely implementation of corrective actions.
• Prepare periodic clear and concise reports for senior management.
• Stay abreast of the business developments/objectives of the organisation, regulatory requirements, best practices, and emerging trends in grant audit.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to business partners on risk management and governance.

What we are looking for

Requirements:

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Professional certification such as CPA, CIA, or CISA is a competitive advantage.
• At least 5 years of auditing experience.
• Strong understanding of risk assessment methodologies, internal controls, and compliance standards.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Effective team player with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proven ability to manage and deliver multiple projects within deadlines.
• Proficiency in audit software and tools.

Key Attributes:

• High level of integrity and ethical conduct.
• Strategic thinker with a keen eye for detail.
• Collaborative and adaptable approach to problem-solving.

All applicants will be notified on whether they are shortlisted or not within 4 weeks of the closing date of this job posting.