Plans, controls and supervises the work of audit teams and individual auditors in carrying out regular internal audits, special projects and special investigations designed to monitor and ensure strict adherence to the Bank's policies and procedures governing all of its activities. Ensures correct implementation of policies and the application of line authorities.
Assists in carrying out an on-going review on the performance of individual departments and Branches. Suggests corrective action or strengthening of controls where necessary, evaluates the overall performance of senior managers against predetermined criteria and standards, and identifies where investment / administrative / operational policies and procedures are not being implemented sufficiently in line with guidelines.
Evaluates the adequacy of financial, investment and administrative information and statistics presented to executive management. Includes receiving and verifying the accuracy and relevance of information provided by individual departments, discussing alternative information requirements with relevant individuals.
Ensures that all individual audit work papers are prepared and filed according to requirements.
Reviews work papers for all assignments, ensures all work papers are in compliance with generally accepted internal auditing standards and provides comments as appropriate.
Finalizes audit reports, discusses findings with the audited department and prepares follow-up comments.
Prepares follow-up audit reports. Follows-up with concerned departments / units to ensure that approved recommendations or remedial actions have been taken. Reports delays to the Executive Chief Internal Auditor for follow-up action.
Assists in developing and maintaining the Internal Audit Manual covering internal audit policies, procedures and practices and to ensure effective and efficient use of internal audit resources consistent with the terms of reference laid down by the BAC. Includes the development and updating of audit policies and procedures in accordance with international internal auditing standards by reviewing and vetting subordinates proposals, recommending changes to the Executive Chief Internal Auditor.
Education:
Minimum: Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Finance or in Accounting.
Accreditation:
Possession of an internationally accepted qualification in internal or external auditing such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Bank Auditor (CBA), Associate or Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants.
