Key duties involve managing day-to-day operations to ensure seamless workflow efficiency, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to align project goals, and overseeing the execution of tasks to maintain high productivity standards. Additionally, this role requires analyzing performance metrics to identify opportunities for improvement, preparing detailed reports for stakeholders, and implementing strategic solutions to enhance overall output. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential to guide teams effectively, delegate responsibilities appropriately, and foster a collaborative work environment.
Delivering Assurance and Advisory Services entails the meticulous planning, ongoing monitoring, and rigorous quality review of engagements to ensure adherence to professional standards and client expectations.
Collaborate closely in formulating IATA’s risk-based annual internal audit plan, incorporating targeted insights relevant to each hub.
Oversee the comprehensive planning of designated audits and advisory projects, encompassing engagement-level risk evaluations, establishment of engagement goals, scope, and criteria.
Develop audit programs tailored to risk assessments for designated engagements, subject to review and final approval.
Conduct engagement procedures and compile meticulously documented records of completed tasks, ensuring their superior quality and comprehensive support for the fulfillment of pertinent audit objectives.
Craft meticulously detailed draft engagement reports, incorporating client input and feedback to ensure accuracy and relevance.
Follow up on agreed-upon actions once audit recommendations reach their due dates, ensuring timely implementation as scheduled.
Prepare reports in support of the Senior Management Team or the Audit, Finance, and Risk Committee.
Delivering specialized consultative guidance on approved inquiries constitutes a primary responsibility within this role.
Conduct special investigations as necessary to address specific organizational needs.
Ensuring the Internal Audit function consistently operates at peak performance through continuous enhancement and innovative approaches.
Develop and execute the assurance approach and strategy consistently.
Serve as the primary lead for initiatives aimed at executing the Internal Audit enhancement strategy, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and standards.
Ensure adherence to stringent quality benchmarks while staying abreast of emerging trends and best practices in the field.
Management support and learning encompass providing administrative assistance to executives, coordinating schedules, organizing meetings, and handling confidential information with discretion. It involves facilitating professional development opportunities, such as training sessions, workshops, or mentorship programs, to enhance team skills and knowledge. Additionally, this role includes monitoring team progress, offering constructive feedback, and identifying areas for improvement to support overall organizational growth. Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills are essential, along with the ability to prioritize tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in office software, project management tools, and data analysis may also be required.
Maintain robust connections with all clients and auditees across various hubs by fostering meaningful professional relationships through strategic networking.
Offer strategic guidance to leadership regarding enhancements to the control environment and risk management practices.
Promote the exchange of valuable insights and effective methodologies to enhance collective understanding and performance.
Collaborate with external auditors and other assurance providers to facilitate seamless communication and coordination.
Handle any additional responsibilities as assigned by management.
Candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and a minimum of three years of professional experience in the industry. Proficiency in industry-standard software tools and strong analytical skills are essential. Excellent communication abilities, both written and verbal, are required to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams. Familiarity with project management methodologies and regulatory compliance standards is advantageous.
The preferred applicant must possess the following qualifications:
A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, or a related discipline is required.
Seeking candidates with recognized internal audit certifications such as the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certification in Risk Management Assurance (COMA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), as well as accounting certifications like the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ARCA), or equivalent professional qualifications.
A minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience is essential, with a strong focus on leading and executing diverse internal audit engagements, including IT audits, ideally within a comparable international organization.
Professional candidates with expertise in enterprise risk management, risk assessment, internal control evaluation, or IT may be considered in place of traditional audit experience.
Skilled in guiding and nurturing team growth and performance.
Proficiency in developing processes aligned with the International Internal Audit Standards (IIA) is required.
Demonstrates a solid understanding of internal auditing professional standards and widely accepted frameworks pertaining to risk management, internal control, and corporate governance.
Skilled in utilizing electronic audit work papers is required.
Requires exceptional judgment and strong interpersonal abilities to foster trust, drive influence, and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders in a professional and courteous manner, even when addressing challenging or sensitive topics.
Capable of performing diverse audits tailored to the needs of various stakeholders with equal proficiency.
Demonstrates strong resilience in high-pressure environments, meets stringent deadlines consistently, and efficiently manages multiple tasks concurrently.
Maintain unwavering ethical standards, fostering trust by showing respect and personal integrity to every individual, and cultivating an inclusive, diverse, and transparent organizational culture.
Demonstrated proficiency in crafting clear, concise written communications, along with the capacity to articulate ideas confidently and effectively in English, both verbally and through presentations.
Proficiency in French is considered an additional asset.
Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND , Professional Certificate
Experience Required
10 years
