Manager – Internal Audit (Jamaica)

JOB PURPOSE The Manager - Internal Audit is responsible for day-to-day management of internal audit activities, supporting the management of the overall risk and assurance plan of the assigned Portfolio and developing and mentoring internal audit staff. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Contribute to the strategic outlook of the function and execute Internal Audit goals as directed, in alignment with the identified design principles for the function. Lead the development of a risk-based internal audit plan including AML as applicable, confirming that input is obtained from key stakeholders. Manage execution of the audit strategy and procedures as required for auditable portfolios including preparation and presentation of PARC reports. Manage all phases of the audit process from planning to reporting on engagements to meeting project deadlines. Provide quality assurance on all audit deliverables through preparing audit reports, reviewing of audit work plans, working papers, findings and recommendations. Develop relevant and pragmatic recommendations, based on audit findings, in order to strengthen tested controls and ultimately better mitigate identified risks. Coordinate and deliver appropriate communication among the Internal Audit team, external auditors, management and key personnel in other functional areas. Provide advisory/consulting service to support management on topic such as corporate governance, risk management, policies & procedures and financial and operational processes. Execute the completion of performance reviews and resulting development plans for Internal Audit Seniors and Audit Assistants in various locations. Stay abreast of leading practices in internal audit, recommend and lead audit process improvements, including enhancement of the internal audit function’s Quality Assurance and Improvement Program. Confirm that internal audit activity aligns with the Institute of Internal Auditors International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (the “Standards”). Maintain current knowledge of emerging risks relevant to the audit portfolios’ respective industry and the internal audit profession. Participate in fraud investigations as requested. Coordinate the deployment of internal audit teams efficiently and effectively. Mentor and develop the internal audit team through regular formal and informal performance feedback. Identify and communicate the need for external resources where the required competencies are not present to execute on the audit plan. Other tasks as assigned. JOB COMPETENCIES Must be capable of operating in a fast-paced environment, be self-motivated and detail-oriented. Possess strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Must understand an IT control environment. Professional skepticism. Excellent communication (both written and verbal) skills are required. Conflict resolution/negotiation skills. Governance and ethics sensitivity. Teamwork and collaborative skills. Project management. Change management. TECHNICAL SKILLS Knowledge of IPPF standards, COBIT standards, IFRS and ISO 9001 Standards required. Knowledge of COBIT, ITIL or other IT and Risk frameworks. Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite applications with specific emphasis on Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Data analytics certification considered an asset. AuditBoard software or any other internal audit software experience is an asset. Fluency in English and Spanish (both written and verbal) considered an asset. QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, Management Information. Systems (MIS) or Business Administration required. Professional certification such as ACCA, CA, CIA, CPA or CISA, required. EXPERIENCE Minimum of 5+ years of experience in internal audit, IT audit or public accounting role. Relevant Industry experience such as machine and automotive, retail and distribution, oil and gas or finance preferred. Relevant internal control or risk management experience, including but not limited to COSO framework.