Senior Executive, Business Internal Audit

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

· Perform all audit activities (including Group Internal Audit initiatives) in the Company in a quality and timely manner, with reporting to Head of Internal Audit.

· Perform and deliver the audit projects in the audit plan in a quality and timely manner to ensure compliance with Group Internal Audit Methodology. This includes:

a) developing the objectives, scope and timeline of audit projects with agreement from management

b) meeting management to walkthrough the relevant processes and controls

c) identifying the key risks and controls to be assessed

d) assessing the design and operating effectiveness of the key controls identified to mitigate the key risks

e) assessing the root causes, risks, impact and remediation actions of the observations identified and documented in the audit report, with agreement and buy-in from management

· Follow up management on remediation actions arising from audit projects, including proper and timely verification of the remediation actions to ensure the risks are addressed effectively in a timely manner

· Support the Head of Internal Audit in the design and development of a comprehensive and relevant risk-based audit plan for the Company, with regular assessment to ensure the audit plan for the Company remains relevant to provide assurance to the key risks in line with the Company’s strategy and aspirations

· Support the preparation of the Internal Audit Progress Report presented at the Audit Committee with insight and assurance provided

QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE

· Minimum bachelor’s degree holder in accounting, finance or equivalent

· Minimum 3 years working experience in Big 4 accounting firm or equivalent and preferably with experience in risk based internal audit in the insurance industry.

· Charted Accountant, Certified Public Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor or other related professional certification.

· Strong data analytical skill required.

KNOWLEDGE & TECHNICAL SKILLS

· Knowledge of Shariah compliance, life / family takaful insurance trends, regulations and business processes.

· Strong knowledge internal audit methodologies, risks and controls.

· Strong English written and verbal communication skills, with confidence to engage and influence senior management to achieve the desired outcome.

· Collaborator and team player who is enthusiastic, motivated and detailed oriented.