Specialist Audit

Job Description

Role Purpose Responsible for providing full support and assistance to Governance and Compliance function which includes audit- planning, internal audit, Statutory and Internal audit management, Balance Sheet reconciliation reviews and any other legislation which may be applicable in future. This will include significant interaction with regional/hotel, BSC and IT management and external auditors. Key Accountabilities Co-ordinating Audits within Timelines set by the Director/ Manager, Financial Governance. Review of the reconciliation of account as assigned and to ensure that reconciliations are performed in compliance with the IHG Global account reconciliation policy and within the agreed timeline. Responsible for Research and Clearance to have an adequate understanding of account activity to enable resolution of reconciling items. Identify those reconciling items that represent a potential risk or opportunity and escalate for further action. Assist Asst. Manager/ Manager in year end and statutory audit across India BSC. This will include liaison-ing with the auditors, process teams and working hand in hand with the Manager or Director to achieve the Timelines. Liaise with internal and external audit to ensure that they are aware of the latest status of the project and to assist with any queries they may raise. Continuously identify areas of potential risk, opportunities and effectiveness and propose plans for review of the areas concerned. Prioritize new risks against previously identified risks. Develop and maintain an effective understanding of the business strategy and the hospitality industry. Maintain awareness of best practices, trends and issues impacting the industry. Develop regional tactical initiatives and create an environment of continuous improvement. Continuously develops and documents procedures to improve the quality and efficiency of processes. Key Skills & Experiences Education Qualified/Semi-Qualified accountants (ACA, CIMA, CPA, CMA) or MBA with strong Accounting and process knowledge. Experience 3 - 4 plus years’ progressive work experience in hotel and or Corporate Accounting, Internal Audit, with demonstrated proficiency in multiple disciplines/processes related to the position. Technical Skills and Knowledge Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of People-Soft or other E.R.P. systems Proficient in Microsoft Office. Demonstrated knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and practices as well as IAS / IFRS. Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills. Extensive working knowledge of audit & control process, procedures in related environment. Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today. Show more Show less