Internal Audit Lead Expert

Purpose of Job

Jobholders at this level may be regarded as a source of expertise and are responsible for developing frameworks, policies and operational plans. They also analyse complex issues, understand business needs, bring together multiple concepts and translate them into tangible actions and support to enhance performance of the function.

Job Responsibilites

• Develop Customs Operations internal audit guidelines and methodologies in line with QA guidelines, and international standards and practices
• Assess required audit resources against current capabilities and identify the need to cooperate and liaise with external auditors to execute specific audits
• Develop Customs Operations internal annual audit plan specifying functions subject to audits, audit frequency and schedule taking into consideration resources availability and targeting key risks and prioritized activities/ area
• Develop Customs Operations audit program/ RCM including audit scope, key areas to be assessed, audit dates and focal points and accordingly notify related functions
• Conduct opening meeting with related function’s focal point to confirm Customs Operations audit objectives, scope and methodology
• Conduct Customs Operations internal audit intervention by checking functions’ documents, records, systems and practices
• Review improvements or corrective actions’ implementation status based on previous audit findings
• Detect non-conformities, identify key areas to improve and investigate irregularities
• Hold a closure meeting to discuss Customs Operations audit findings, ensure a clear understanding of results and agree on needed improvements/non-conformities/observations with concerned function
• Develop audit report highlighting audit findings, key points discussed, non-conformities and key areas to improve
• Present audit reports to relevant stakeholders, provide expert advice, and agree on areas of improvement and all necessary remedial actions and milestones to be taken

Eductaion

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or equivalent

Master’s degree is a plus.

Experience

A minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.

Competencies