| Associate IT Auditor | |
| King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) Saudi Arabia Ref: KP129-215 |
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The RoleThe RoleReporting directly to the Manager-IT Internal Audit for medium sized audit engagements: Plans, organizes, supervises and executes medium sized audit engagements in accordance with accepted professional standards. For assist audit engagements, reports through the Auditor in Charge (AIC). · Survey functions and activities for assigned IT audit engagements to determine the nature of the operations and the key elements of system controls in place to achieve established objectives for use in audit planning and scope development. · Determine the overall direction and focus of proposed medium sized IT audit engagements or Assists in determining the overall direction and focus other audit engagements to which assigned. Prepares scope of audit and prepares audit programs/procedures for own audit engagements or, as appropriate, for areas assigned. · Determine the audit procedures to be used for medium sized IT audit engagements or Assists in audits to which assigned, including appropriate audit techniques and software applications such as statistical sampling, computer assisted audit technique (CAATs), etc. to be employed. · Identify key control points within processes to be reviewed. · Perform walkthroughs with process owners, vendors, and consultants to assess the design and operating effectiveness of KAUST IT controls while maintaining a high level of professionalism in all interactions with the IT Department's personnel · Prepare, organize, and archive all reviews and audit work papers following industry standards for IT auditing · Analyze data from SAP and other application databases utilizing computer assisted audit techniques (CAATs). · Execute SAP audit and controls assessment projects to validate compliance with business policies and controls · Perform fieldwork, works with non-IT audit resources to execute integrated audits of key business areas and fundamental KAUST information systems. · Evaluates the integrity, reliability and effectiveness of information systems through the application of information systems audit and control techniques. · Performs or assists in areas assigned in accordance with approved audit program/procedures and in a professional manner. · For medium sized IT audit engagements reviews areas assigned, obtain, analyzes and appraises evidentiary data for sufficiency to render an informed, objective opinion on the adequacy and effectiveness of the system of controls and the efficiency with which activities reviewed were performed. · Directs, counsels, coaches and instructs staff assigned to assist on audit engagements and reviews audit work performed and submitted for sufficiency of scope, completeness, accuracy, and sound conclusions. · Prepares or assists in the preparation of oral and written presentations to management at various stages during an audit engagement, including at the conclusion of the audit. Materials discussed include observations and recommendations for corrective actions to improve operations and/or reduce costs. · Evaluates or assists in the evaluation of the adequacy and effectiveness of management controls over the activities audited and prepares or assists in preparing a formal, written report rendering an opinion based on the results of the audit engagement and providing recommendations to remediate exceptions reported. Prepares and reviews with each assistant on the audit engagement and evaluation of performance and capabilities exhibited during the engagement, including areas for improvement. Other Responsibilities: · Provide assistance in determining the current status of open audit report observations, as requested by Internal Audit Management. Maintain professional proficiency through formal training and use of KAUST ILDP self-improvement offerings. Supervision: Organizationally reports to the Manager – Internal Audit as well as structurally for medium sized audit engagements and to the Auditor in Charge (AIC) for each audit engagement to which assigned in an assist capacity. |
RequirementsRequirementsTechnical Skills Expertise and Technical Knowledge: Technical competencies must include a mixture of strong understanding of IT general control concepts and associated risks in various operating systems and Databases. Solid Knowledge of ERP system (SAP) concepts and structure is also preferable. Exposure to IT security and prior experience with data extraction / analysis tools is preferable. A concrete understanding of internal audit methods and procedures is essential. Non-Technical Skills or Attributes Analytical Skills/Problem Solving/Decision Making: Gather information for decision making through inquiry and follow-up for completeness. Evaluation information in relation to and in comparison with data from different sources, identifying issues and relationships and seeking additional relevant information, as appropriate. Communication Skills: Clear expression of written ideas that reflect good grammatical form and logical organization of content. High proficiency in oral and written English skills Required Education · Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Accounting, Auditing, Finance, Computer Science (with Business related minor) or other business related field. Required Experience · 1. With a Bachelor’s Degree: Requires Five (5) Years of experience in accounting, auditing information technology or a related business field, including Three (3) Years in auditing, consulting or similar function. 2. With Master’s Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance oriented disciplines: Four (4) Years of experience is necessary. Information Technology (IT) experience can substitute for financial experience for Two (2) Years of this requirement. Additional Requirements: CPA, CIA, CISA or other relevant professional. certification preferred |
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