IT Audit Manager

Job description / Role

This role has been created in order to meet the growing needs and diversity of the work load at Group Internal Audit and Risk Management team (GIA&RM), this exciting opportunity will require you to work closely with the Internal Audit Senior Managers and the to support the GIA&RM. This role is suitable for qualified accountant with experience in an Internal Audit function.

This role requires application of wide range of skills and competencies in support the planning and execution of audit and risk management activities.

Key responsibilities will include but not limited to:

Audit Planning
• Supporting the Internal Audit Senior Manager in preparation of annual audit plan for review and approval by the group CAE
• Supporting risk assessments at various levels as appropriate
• Prepare and communicate the audit execution timetable
• Assisting in the planning of individual business unit audits in accordance with the annual audit plan and timetable

Audit Execution
• Design audit programs and review of any audit procedures developed by other team members
• Continually keep an open mind to risks identification, supporting analysis of risk scenarios, and recommending appropriate controls and identify gaps in existing internal controls and processes flow
• Design additional or amend existing audit procedures that may be required

Reporting & Communication
• Maintain effective communication with senior management on audit issues and progress of field work
• Draft audit reports and risk registers with the audit managers as appropriate
• Prepare / review and finalise audit reports and risk registers to the absolute highest standard of communication and clarity ready for management review
• Prepare presentation materials for audit committee meetings and business unit management where required

Requirements

• A professionally recognised qualification such as ACA, ACCA, MBA, CIMA, CPA or CIA (or overseas equivalent) is a requirement
• Currently working in industry as a senior within Audit and Risk, Big Four background
• Has a track record of outstanding performance and a diverse set of responsibilities including extensive experience in supporting an audit and risk management infrastructure
• Capable of partnering with business leadership teams and add value to enhance the control environment of business operations
• Preferably has experience in similar business lines to those in the group portfolio
• Has excellent communication / presentation skills
DUE TO THE EXPANSION OF THE IRANIAN BUSINESS, FOR THIS ROLE WE REQUIRE CANDIDATES WITH FLUENT FARSI SPEAKING AND WRITING SKILLS ONLY

** Please note this client will relocate candidates globally

About the Company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.

The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle East we focus on the areas of:

Finance & Accounting Banking & Financial Services Procurement Property & Construction Engineering & Supply Chain Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering Human Resources Sales Marketing Technology Secretarial Executive Search Legal

The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide.