Audit Officer

Roles and Responsibilities

• Applicant shall be comfortable with travelling PAN India locations for Audit purpose as major requirement of the role.
• Determine, or participate in determining, audit procedures necessary to achieve the desired audit results for the assignments allocated by the Head.
• Obtain, analyze, and appraise evidentiary data as a basis for an informed, objective opinion on the adequacy and effectiveness of the system of controls.
• Coordinate with various process owners & conduct internal audit of the branches as assigned by the head.
• Perform audit work assigned in a professional manner, in accordance with approved work program.
• Determine whether branches are performing in compliance with applicable policies and procedures and in a manner consistent with both organizational objectives and high standards of administrative practice.
• To appraise Head Internal Audit about audit deviations noted with mitigation plan.
• Report audit findings and make recommendations for the correction of noted control deficiencies, improvements in operations, security, and other major areas.
• Prepare final internal audit reports to be presented to Head as per well-defined audit report format along with agreed time bound action plan.
• Deliver internal audits work on time, within agreed budget, and in accordance with audit methodology and agreed quality standards.
• Be flexible and assist where needed when time sensitive projects arise.
• Support the Head in examining special reviews and investigations identified by the Management.
• Support internal initiatives to improve audit processes.
• Recommend different methods that could help to enhance and improve control procedures.
• Test internal controls on a periodical basis to assess compliance with company and regulatory requirements and leading practices.
• Understanding of technology platforms and risk management practice.
• Assist in designing of the annual internal audit plan, including defining audit objectives, the nature and extent of audit procedures, and ensuring the audit plan is aligned with the overall organization risk profile / risk management framework.
• Perform research on the latest trends and other issues relating to the industry.
• Ensure proper documentation of the results of the audit evaluations.
• Perform other related assignments as assigned by the reporting manager.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Post-graduate degree in Accounting, Finance, Admin, Law or related field preferred.
• 2 years of corporate/audit experience, preferably within the financial industry will be added advantage.
• Excellent analytical skills with ability to identify trends and patterns in data analysis.
• Strong in communication skills with ability to present complex information clearly both verbally and written.

What We Offer:

• Opportunity for career growth and professional development.
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment.