Internal Auditor
Agility, Kuwait

The role in brief

The Sr. Internal Auditor is responsible for providing an independent guarantee that Agility’s risk management, governance and control processes are operating effectively by conducting special studies, analyzing business policies, processes and procedures, and defining audit objectives, nature and extent. The role conducts audits in various areas including finance, information technology, safety and security, human resources, and operations, and works closely with upper management and administrative personnel in reviewing procedures and processes against set policies and standards. Based on audit findings, the role presents conclusions, opinions and recommendations through various types of reports to the management and the board.

Your Responsibilities

• Ensure successful completion of assigned audit engagement, to include wrap-up activities
• Lead and oversee daily activities of more junior auditors
• Ensure that audit conclusion is based on complete understanding of the process and risk
• Evaluate the effectiveness of Internal Controls
• Ensure the completeness of audit work papers
• Perform and control the full audit cycle including risk management and control management over operations’ effectiveness, financial reliability and compliance with all applicable policies, standards, and regulations
• Perform risk assessments on key business activities and using this information determine internal audit scope and develop annual plans
• Conduct meetings with auditees to develop an understanding of business processes
• Identify loopholes and recommend risk aversion measures and cost savings
• Monitor and evaluate how well risks are being managed, how business is affected, and if internal processes are working
• Act as an objective source of independent advice to ensure validity, legality and goal achievement; provide ad hoc advice and guidance to managers and staff at all levels; conduct training sessions as needed
• Anticipating emerging issues through research and interviews and deciding how best to deal with them
• Provide support and guidance to management on how to handle new opportunities
• Prepare and present reports that reflect the audit’s results and document process; prepare reports to highlight issues and problems and disseminate the same to concerned staff
• Assessing how well the business is complying to rules and regulations and inform management of any issues that need addressing; conduct follow up audits to monitor management’s interventions
• Manage a variety of stakeholders and their expectations through regular communication; maintain open communication with management and audit committee
• Commit to continuous knowledge development regarding sector rules, regulations, best practices, tools, techniques and performance standards

Requirements

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance/Accountancy or related field
• Internal Audit certification-CIA or industry specific certification preferred
• Minimum 5 years’ experience as Internal/External Auditor
• Proven working experience as Internal Auditor
• Experience in logistics companies or banks, preferred
• Experience in CMA (Capital Market Authority) Audit

Benefits

Your Proficiencies

• Proven knowledge of auditing standards and procedures, laws, rules and regulations
• Solid understanding of practices within the industries that Agility operates
• Knowledge of data analysis software
• Advanced computer skills on MS Office, accounting software and databases; ability to manipulate large amounts of data and to compile detailed reports
• Sound independent judgement/decision-making skills
• Ability to sense potential risks and proactive in addressing such possibilities
• Flexible thinking and ability to adapt to change
• Excellent analytical skills
• Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team
• Values integrity and confidentiality

Job Rewards and Benefits