Overseeing a range of essential duties, the role involves managing project timelines, coordinating team efforts, and ensuring adherence to company standards. The position requires meticulous attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, developing strategies, and monitoring progress are integral to achieving operational goals. Additionally, the role demands proficiency in relevant software tools and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Delivering Assurance and Advisory Services entails meticulous planning, ongoing monitoring, and rigorous quality review to ensure accuracy and compliance with established standards.
Collaborate closely in the formulation of IATA’s risk-informed annual internal audit strategy, incorporating targeted perspectives from each operational hub.
Oversee the complete planning phase of designated audits and advisory projects, encompassing engagement-level risk evaluations, establishment of engagement goals, and the delineation of scope and criteria.
Develop audit programs tailored to risk factors for designated engagements, ensuring they are submitted for thorough review and final authorization.
Conduct engagement procedures and compile comprehensive documentation of work performed, maintaining high-quality standards to effectively support the accomplishment of audit objectives.
Craft detailed draft engagement reports that incorporate client input and feedback to ensure accuracy and relevance.
Conduct follow-up actions on agreed-upon measures derived from audit findings at their respective due dates.
Prepare reports to support the Senior Management Team or the Audit, Finance, and Risk Committee.
Offering specialized, autonomous advisory services in response to approved requests.
Engage in and execute any necessary special investigations as required.
Maintaining an efficient and high-performing Internal Audit function through continuous improvement and innovation remains a key priority. This role demands a proactive approach to identifying opportunities for enhancement while ensuring robust audit processes and methodologies are upheld. By fostering a culture of innovation, the position contributes to the evolution of audit practices, driving measurable value and operational excellence.
Craft and consistently execute the assurance methodology and strategic framework to drive alignment and effectiveness across all initiatives.
Serve as the primary coordinator for multiple initiatives and activities aimed at executing the Internal Audit enhancement strategy.
Deliver consistently exceptional work while staying abreast of emerging standards and industry best practices to ensure excellence in all responsibilities.
Management support and learning are essential components of this role, which involves providing administrative assistance to senior leadership while actively pursuing ongoing professional development. The position requires a proactive approach to problem-solving, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to anticipate needs before they arise. Additionally, the candidate must demonstrate strong communication abilities to effectively liaise between executives and other teams, ensuring seamless workflows and alignment with organizational goals. A commitment to continuous learning through training programs, workshops, or self-directed study is also required to stay current with industry best practices and enhance performance.
Maintain robust client and auditee relationships across all hubs by cultivating and leveraging strong networking capabilities.
Provide insightful guidance to leadership regarding enhancements to the control environment and risk management practices.
Promote the exchange of expertise and exemplary methodologies.
Collaborate effectively with external auditors and other assurance providers to facilitate seamless communication and alignment of objectives.
Handle any additional tasks as directed by management, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and priorities.
Requirements
The preferred applicant must possess:
A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, or a related field is required.
Seeking candidates with esteemed internal audit certifications—such as CIA, COMA, CISA, or CFE—or recognized accounting credentials like CPA, ARCA, along with other relevant professional qualifications.
A minimum of 10 years of steadily advancing experience is required in overseeing and executing a diverse range of internal audit engagements, with a preference for IT audits, ideally within a globally comparable organization.
Professional experience in a closely related field—such as enterprise risk management, risk and internal control assessment, or IT—will also be deemed acceptable in place of direct audit experience.
Seasoned in directing and coaching teams to achieve peak performance and foster professional growth.
Proficiency in developing processes aligned with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Standards is required.
Proficiency in established internal auditing standards and widely recognized frameworks pertaining to risk management, internal control systems, and organizational governance is required.
Proficiency in utilizing electronic audit work papers is required.
Exceptional discernment and strong interpersonal abilities are essential to establish credibility, foster meaningful relationships, and engage collaboratively with diverse stakeholders, even in complex and sensitive situations.
Capable of performing diverse audits to meet the needs of various stakeholders.
Proven capability to perform effectively under tight deadlines, manage multiple priorities with efficiency, and maintain high performance during demanding situations.
Maintain uncompromising ethical standards to cultivate trust, demonstrating respect and personal integrity in every interaction while fostering an inclusive, diverse, and transparent organizational culture.
Demonstrated proficiency in articulating ideas with clarity and precision in both written and verbal English communication, along with the confidence to deliver presentations persuasively.
Proficiency in French would be a valuable asset.
Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND , Professional Certificate
Experience Required
10 years
