Deputy Chief Internal Auditor

The Deputy Chief Internal Auditor supports the Chief Internal Auditor in the provision and development of proactive and dynamic internal audit functions. This role involves supervising and overseeing the team of audit staff to deliver the annual audit plan timely, within budget and in accordance with established auditing standards.

• Education:  First degree in Accounting, Finance, or ACCA completion.  Certified Internal Auditor qualification

• Experience: Minimum of five (5) years’ experience as a private or public internal auditor.

 Knowledge of internal auditing procedures and control, risk management, and accounting principles.

 Proficiency in Microsoft Office

• Professional and Personal Attributes: Strong oral and written communication, analytical, interpersonal skills, problem-solving, attention to detail & leadership qualities

• In collaboration with CIA, develop and deliver training and guidance on key aspects of internal audit, governance, risk management, internal audit, fraud and ethical issues.

• Undertake the active role in development and maintenance of an audit universe and risk based audit plans as well as in the development of engagement plans setting out the scope, objective, risks and tests for internal audit assignments

• Review the extent to which audit scope are fit for purpose and operating well in practice.  Identify where weaknesses in internal control could lead to inefficiency, waste, fraud or irregularity

• Following up on the outcomes and implementation of agreed audit actions and supporting managers and teams across the organisation in responding effectively to audit reports

• Undertake and manage the planning and delivery of a variety of internal audit assignments. These assignments contribute to the provision of reliable and effective independent assurances to Guyoil’s stakeholders

• Plan staff utilisation as a resource with the senior internal auditor for audit assignments taking into account deadline, budgets, quality, nature of department being audited and individual strengths of staff