Manager - Internal Audit

An international commercial bank present in Mauritius is recruiting a Manager – Internal Audit who will promote and verify the effectiveness of internal control systems and mechanisms. The incumbent will also enhance the Organisation’s ability to meet its objectives.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Examine, evaluate and report on the adequacy of internal control system independently and objectively
• Advise and report on the maintenance of proper and adequate accounting books and records
• Ensure financial statements and reports are accurate and in compliance with accounting standards and applicable laws, regulations/guidelines issued by regulatory bodies
• Carry out any special assignment or investigation and prepare reports for the Managing Director and the Audit Committee
• Ensure that systems and procedures are adequate and effective for the safeguard of the Bank's asset and income and give recommendations for improvements
• Organise and carry out regular internal spot and other checks in all departments/branches of the Bank
• Make enquiries to ensure that the business of the Bank is being conducted in a cost effective manner
• Make regular reports to the Audit Committee regarding findings, advice and suggestions
• Carry out regular audits of computers and the IT system
• Develop and implement risk-based auditing tools and techniques
• Develop an Audit manual, audit plan and audit charter
• Carry out full audit on all operations and detect malpractices in all departments/branches of the Bank
• Any other related duties as may be assigned by Management

Qualifications & Experience

• Possess a first degree in a related field
• Be a certified Internal Auditor or alternative equivalent acceptable qualification
• Have at least 7 years of relevant experience in the field, preferably in a financial or banking institution
• Possess wide auditing, control and investigation skills
• Have organisation, supervisory and planning aptitudes
• Be able to exercise initiative and judgment in the performance of assigned tasks
• Be Computer literate and familiar with the latest office tools
• Have good interpersonal and communication skills.     
• Possess a high sense of integrity and team leader aptitudes