Job Purpose
The Internal Audit Associate will assist in the execution of internal audits, supporting the audit team in ensuring that the group’s internal control environment is effective. This role includes performing audit procedures, documenting findings, and providing support in audit planning and reporting, with a focus on the construction and real estate sectors.
Key Responsibilities
- Audit Engagement: Participate in audit engagements from planning to completion, conducting opening and closing meetings with auditees and performing assigned audit steps
- Documentation & Reporting: Prepare and maintain accurate and comprehensive audit documentation as per defined standards Draft internal audit reports for review by the Senior Internal Auditor
- Audit Execution: Conduct fieldwork in coordination with the Senior Internal Auditor, ensuring that audit procedures are completed within agreed timelines and standards
- Risk Management: Review auditee-proposed action plans to address risks identified during the audit and ensure that they are adequate to remediate identified risks
- Team Collaboration: Act as the primary contact point for the Senior Internal Auditor during fieldwork, providing regular updates on audit progress and follow-up actions
- Feedback & Development: Provide constructive feedback to team members to support their development and ensure the audit team works effectively
- Follow-Up: Assist in the follow-up process to ensure that agreed audit recommendations are implemented by the business units within the specified time frames
- Support Activities: Assist the Internal Audit team with other day-to-day planning and audit-related tasks as requested
Requirements
- Experience: Minimum of 3 years of audit experience, preferably in the construction and real estate industries, previous experience with a "Big 4" audit firm is a plus
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, engineering, or a related field
- Technical Skills: Solid understanding of audit methodologies, risk management, and internal control principles Proficient in audit documentation and reporting
- Analytical Ability: Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess risk and control environments, identify issues, and propose solutions
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with management and audit team members
- Teamwork: Ability to work well in a team environment, demonstrating strong delegation and collaboration skills
- Project Management: Ability to manage deadlines effectively and monitor the completion of audit tasks in line with departmental goals
*Only applicants meeting the strict criteria outlined above will be contacted as part of the shortlisting process.