Senior Internal Auditor

Job Description

Overview:

Internal Auditor assists Noatum/AD Ports ’s Board of Directors, Audit Committee and Senior Management by assessing the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls over (1) financial reporting, (2) effectiveness and efficiency of operations, and (3) compliance with laws and regulations, as well as the adequacy of the company’s risk management and governance processes. Internal Audit also provides advisory services associated with emerging risks and change activities. The function adds value by providing objective, timely and relevant analyses, insights, and recommendations by supporting an integrated, risk-based auditing approach.

Tasks:

• Assisting in executing NOATUM’s audit plan by taking a lead role in the day-to-day execution of internal audits.

• Participate in and/or lead operational/financial tests and other types of project/program reviews to identify and evaluate key operational risks and effectiveness of related controls. Provide quality audit engagements through effective planning, fieldwork (detailed and efficient interviews and control testing), insightful audit findings, and timely draft reports.

• Perform audit tests and prepare working papers in accordance with professional IIA standard and internal audit methodology.

• Ensure adequate documentation exists to support the audit work performed in accordance with professional standards.

• Link gaps identified in business systems and processes, financial accounting systems and IT, ICOFR controls, investigations, and contracts analyzed to business risks. Evaluate, quantify, and prioritize gaps in terms of current impact and future risk exposure (materiality and likelihood). Leverage technology to automate and improve efficiency of monitoring, audits, and assessments via data analytics.

• Partner with process owners on corrective action activities related to non-compliances and process improvement (i.e., share leading practices, collaborate to identify pragmatic solutions), promoting the role of Internal Audit as a Strategic Business Partner.

• Ensure observations are tracked and corrective action plans properly address audit recommendations with adequate remediation timelines. Provide regular status updates to IA management and business stakeholders by communicating progress on corrective action implementation.

• Provide timely assistance to external auditors and colleagues, as requested.

• Ensure procedures, policies, legislation, and regulations are correctly followed and complied with.

• Promote high levels of ethical awareness. Notify audit management of any findings related to potential ethical issues or conflicts of interest and support the department’s independent investigations, as needed.

Knowledge, Skills and Qualifications:

• Risk-focused external or internal audit experience with strong ability to understand and review operational, financial and automated risks and controls within business processes in an integrated fashion.

• Understanding of the technical aspects of accounting and financial reporting, and professional standards (IFRS, and the Professional Practices Framework of the IIA), including knowledge of emerging topics.

• Strong knowledge of risk management principles and an understanding of relevant standards like COSO 2013.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively present to peers and management are essential, including the ability to build relationships, manage confrontation with poise and confidence, and communicate findings in emails and reports (written in English) in a clear, concise, and compelling manner.

• Strong critical thinking skills, including the ability to quickly assimilate new information, identify patterns, make sound decisions, manage multiple tasks at once, and develop creative solutions to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

• Demonstrated strong analytical skills, including ability to analyze business and financial activities, quantify impact, and understand/describe process flows, strengths, and weaknesses.

• The candidate must be flexible, work independently and be able to adapt to the changing organization and regularly contribute to strengthening controls, improving risk management, and providing solutions to senior management by identifying and understanding key risks facing the organization.

Qualification & Experince:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or related field. Masters preferred.

• 5-6+ years of internal audit experience with knowledge of accounting, finance and internal control areas.

• Preferably logistics industry knowledge, however not compulsory.

• Certified Public Account (CPA/ACCA or ACA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or Certified Fraud Examiner preferred.

• Strong Excel skills critical.

Language:

• Advanced level in Spanish (preferred) and English (C1)-compulsory.