JOB PURPOSE

This position requires the incumbent to conduct or manage internal audits of Taylor’s Education Group's operations and to perform special assignments as needed.

KEY RESULT AREAS / RESPONSIBILITIES

• To assist the Head of Group Internal Audit in managing the implementation of the audit plan and strategy.
• To assist the Head of Group Internal Audit in resource allocation and audit scheduling to ensure the timely completion of audits.
• To assist the Head of Group Internal Audit in managing risk assessments and audit plan revisions based on emerging key risks.
• To assist the Head of Group Internal Audit in the development and improvement of internal audit methodology/techniques, processes and procedures.
• To assist the Head of Group Internal Audit in formulating professional development and educational plans for staff members.
• To assist the Head of Group Internal Audit with administrative tasks such as budgeting and department purchases.
• To guide and supervise audit teams in planning and organising their assignments, conducting field work and finalising audits.
• Develop, perform and review relevant data analytics on controls identified for testing.
• Undertake a team lead role in major audit assignments.
• Assist audit teams in resolving fieldwork issues, which may include problem-solving, communication issues, analysis methodology, technical issues, and relationship management.
• Provide on-the-job training and guidance to audit team members.
• Prepare working papers, document audit procedures and techniques conducted, as well as the results of audit checks.
• Understand, analyse and document business operational systems/processes. Prepare and utilise audit-related exhibits, materials, communications, and other relevant items as required.
• Analyse findings, determine possible causes and implications, formulate opinions/conclusions and develop recommendations.
• To review working papers, audit findings and recommendations prepared by audit team members.
• Serve as a primary point of contact and collaborate with management to resolve complex audit issues.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to implement recommendations for findings identified during audits. Monitor the effective and timely closure of audit recommendations.
• Complete assigned projects in an organised and efficient manner on time and within budget.
• Maintain a high level of knowledge of current audit tools and techniques and provide innovative and creative ideas to formulate new/improved audit approaches, tools and techniques.
• Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.