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Introduction:

On behalf of our client, we are recruiting a highly experienced and certified Internal Auditors to drive the audit function within a critical area of our complex, worldwide operations, with a specialization in the petroleum industry. Reporting to Chief Audit Executive, this role involves defining audit strategy, overseeing multiple audit engagements, and managing in-charge auditors. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing objective evaluations, issuing formal reports to senior and executive management (up to Vice President/General Manager level), and delivering strategic recommendations that enhance internal controls, reduce risk, and improve operational efficiency across the organization.

Responsibilities:

I. Audit Strategy and Execution

Project Leadership: Establish the purpose, scope, and audit approach for all assigned projects. Plan the audit theory, define the scope, and lead the development of detailed audit programs.

Team Oversight: Directly oversee the activities of in-charge auditors and assigned staff, ensuring all reviews of organizations or functions within the area of responsibility adhere to professional standards.

Risk Evaluation: Lead the process to evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of management's system of internal controls and risk management practices.

Special Assignments: Plan and execute non-routine, special reviews as requested by management or senior leadership.

II. Reporting and Stakeholder Management

Formal Reporting: Lead the preparation of formal written reports that clearly express an opinion on the adequacy and effectiveness of controls, including comprehensive, actionable recommendations to resolve noted deficiencies.

Management Presentations: Deliver effective oral and written presentations to management during and upon conclusion of examinations, discussing findings and recommending corrective actions to improve operations and reduce costs.

Executive Interaction: Maintain frequent and ongoing contact with Department Managers and occasionally with Executive Management (Vice President/General Manager level) to identify actual and potential problem areas and coordinate necessary corrective action.

Audit Coordination: Liaise continuously with Audit Management to provide timely updates on the status and progress of audit endeavors.

III. Professional Development and Support

Staff Training: Provide targeted training, coaching, and technical assistance to Internal Audit staff to foster professional growth and enhance audit skills.

Performance Management: Evaluate the performance and capabilities of the audit team members who work under direct supervision during engagements.

Consulting & Advisory: Advise Internal Auditing staff on Company policy and procedures within the candidate's area of specialization.

Departmental Support: Perform essential staff services, including implementing on-the-job training for new hires, reviewing computer system proposals, and assisting the Company's independent external auditors.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business field.

Certification (Mandatory): A professional certification such as CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE, or other relevant accreditation is required.

Minimum of seven (7) years of progressive experience in accounting, auditing, or a related field.

A minimum of four (4) years must be within internal auditing.

Team or project management experience is strongly preferred.

Technical Expertise:

Professional, highly specialized knowledge of auditing principles and procedures, particularly those applicable to all phases of the petroleum industry.

Broad understanding and aptitude in implementing current audit techniques, such as statistical sampling and flow charting.

Communication & Soft Skills:

High proficiency in spoken and written English, including familiarity with technical terminology common to the petroleum industry, accounting/auditing profession, and general business practice.

Demonstrated ability to digest and analyze the complexities of a large organization with worldwide operations to formulate constructive and strategic recommendations.

Proven tact and objectivity in supervising professional employees and dealing with all levels of organizational management.