Sr Internal Auditor

Job Description
Scope and Purpose

Develop comprehensive and detailed audit program, based on the HO Chief Audit Officer methodology framework, to support the execution of audit tests and verifications
Conduct audit engagements, under instructions from the Head of the Internal Audit of the MEA Region and/or in collaboration with other Head Office Chief Audit Officer specialist functions, interacting autonomously with the audited structures

Prepare diligent and detailed audit work papers
Prepare, in a timely manner, the audit report that clearly presents the identified weaknesses and / or areas of improvement and that formulates effective recommendations for mitigation actions
Monitor the resolution of the identified weaknesses and the implementation of mitigation actions periodically
Follow the evolution of the business and operational activities and of the credit portfolio of the Branch, as well as the changes in the related internal (local and HO) and external regulations
Maintain solid working relationships with relevant Branch and Head Office counterparties and internal audit colleagues
Contribute to the annual and continuous risk assessment by identifying those with ideas of areas that need audit attention
Skills
Required Experience

Minimum of 5 / 7 years of commercial bank auditing experience, especially in auditing of Credit, Operations, Accounting and Treasury
Proficiency in global audit standards and techniques including current practices of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)

Required Qualifications, Skills and Knowledge

Ability to audit / cover multiple areas of the Branch commercial and operational activities, such as Business, Compliance, Risk, Treasury, Operations, Information technology and Accounting
Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills, strong capacity to think critically and utilize analytical skills to support findings and recommendations
Strong interpersonal skills enabling efficient communication and collaboration with Senior Management, auditees and with colleagues of other audit functions of the Group
Experience in communication with the Regulator
Effective time management to meet deadlines and issue audit reports / regulatory reports
Proficient knowledge with Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration or Risk Management
CIA / CISA certificate highly desirable; MBA a plus
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of credit analysis standards and techniques, non-performing loan management practices, asset classification and impairment / provisioning and related accounting treatment
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of accounting principles and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
Experience in auditing the areas of AML / Sanctions, Operations, Treasury
Broad knowledge of banking services, corporate governance and risk management best practices (incl. the Basel framework and ICAAP & Pillar 3 processes)
Job Details
Job Location Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Company Industry Recruitment & Employee Placement Agency
Company Type Employer (Private Sector)
Job Role Accounting and Auditing
Employment Type Full Time Employee
Monthly Salary Range Unspecified
Number of Vacancies 1