Manager, Credit & Operations Audit

Job Description:

Strategic & Managerial IAD

• Assist in developing the IAD Plan and conduct internal audit activities to achieve IAD’s objectives
• Develop appropriate audit techniques and programmes for audit activities in order to enhance internal control framework and corporate governance
• Advise the CIA, Management and the Board Governance & Audit Committee (where applicable) on the updates/changes to regulatory and professional developments and its implications to the business activities of the Corporation

Operational IAD

• Assess risks and determine the objectives and scope of auditable areas
• Review audit programmes prepared by staff prior to audit assignments and to ensure that the assignments are carried out in accordance with IAD established procedures
• Continuously review and recommend improvements to governance, risk management and controls and work practices with a view to improve efficiency and productivity
• Prepare and present assessment on Operations Audit (Credit related audit and Head Office Department audits) and report to the Board Governance & Audit Committee and the CIA
• Perform special work and investigations of a confidential nature including those requested by the management and the CIA
• Conduct entrance and exit audit meetings at which audit objectives are discussed and audit findings/recommendations agreed upon
• Initiate follow-up action and assess management response to audit recommendations
• Liaise with external auditors and ensure audit efforts are maximised

Coaching IAD Staff

• Provide guidance to subordinates in conducting audits so as to ensure audit assignments are conducted efficiently to meet objectives within allocated time
• Provide assistance to IAD staff to identify business operations related risks and controls, and ensure adequate coverage using IAD methodology
• Assist the CIA in development of operation audit resources and training needs
• Conduct performance appraisals for subordinates to ensure employees understand their job expectations

Job Requirement:

Qualification: Relevant tertiary education, professional qualification or Certified Internal Auditor

Experience: 7 years professional experience (a combination of minimum 3 years internal/external audit and 3 years investigation/relevant line experience). Minimum 3 years at supervisory/managerial level.

Knowledge: IIA’s International Professional Practice Framework (IPPF), IAD Methodology, control and audit related concepts, knowledge and practices, managerial skills and business knowledge (including Credit) COSO’s Internal Control Framework.

Skill/Competencies: Ability to exercise managerial capabilities with good judgment in problem solving and decision making. Professionalism, good moral values, integrity, mature, able to deal with senior management, able to motivate staff and supervise numerous projects/assignments/tasks, good communication skills (both verbal and written) to articulate issues and leadership