Assistant Manager - Internal Audit

Company Overview: A leading technical service provider in the oil, gas, and petrochemical industries, serving a diverse range of customers including multinational oil majors, national oil companies, and multinational engineering and service providers across the globe. Established in 1984, the company has grown through strategic alliances with internationally-renowned technology partners.

Job Purpose:

Perform audit assignments in accordance with the established scope, approach, methodology, and techniques.

Key Accountabilities:

• Perform a wide variety of risk-based audits including finance, procurement, projects, HR, IT, HSE, workshops, anti-bribery, governance, and Joint Venture operations.
• Lead audit planning activities, including scoping, developing audit terms of reference, preparing requests for information, and developing test plans to cover audit objectives.
• Utilize thorough research techniques during the planning stage and articulate ideas/suggestions in internal planning meetings.
• Perform internal control testing during audit fieldwork to cover both the design and operating effectiveness of controls.
• Prepare accurate and complete audit work papers that adequately support audit findings and test procedures performed.
• Review workpapers of audit team members and provide guidance/coaching to auditors.
• Prepare accurate and factual audit findings and submit draft audit reports for review in a timely manner.
• Lead discussions with relevant stakeholders throughout the audit and ensure follow-up on implementation of corrective actions within stipulated time frames.
• Lead or participate in special projects, investigations, consulting activities, and continuous improvement initiatives as needed.
• Travel 20 - 35% of the time, both locally and internationally, as required.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance, Engineering, or related discipline.
• 5 - 8 years of relevant experience in internal or external auditing, preferably from top-tier audit firms.
• Experience in oil and gas/engineering/construction/Joint venture operations is an added advantage.
• Professional qualification (e.g., CIA, CISA, ACCA, etc.) is also an added advantage.
• Advanced PC skills, including Word and Excel. Strong technical, analytical, and decision-making skills. Knowledge of data analytics tools/techniques is an added advantage.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with strong leadership skills.
• Good interpersonal skills and excellent oral and written communication skills. Able to interact with all levels of management and present during key stakeholder meetings.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment with good judgment - fair and objective. Commitment to core values.

Note: This position is subject to international travel and candidates should be prepared for 20 - 35% travel.