Senior Auditor

Summary

The incumbent is responsible for conducting internal protective and constructive audits of the controls, financial records, administrative procedures and operations of the Ministry of National Security and its Departments/Agencies in accordance with regulations guidelines established by the Government of Jamaica and the Institute of Internal Auditors.

Responsibilities

• • Conduct/lead stakeholder meetings/interviews (entrance, exits, system documentations).
• • Conduct/supervise risk assessments at the engagement level to identify, prioritize risk(s) and develop audit programmes to review the organization’s functional activity and operations.
• • Conducts sensitive audit assignments as directed by Chief Internal Auditor.
• • Conduct/supervise audit reviews (pre—audits, post audits and special assignments) of assigned organizational and functional activities (financial, operational, performance, IT, compliance) in accordance with the provisions of Annual Audit Plan/Schedule, relevant laws, regulations, policies and rules standards, prescribed audit programmes.
• • Examine and assess the adequacy, efficiency and effectiveness of the internal controls implemented and recommends solutions or corrective measures where applicable.
• • Follow-up (as directed) responses to Audit Reports to ensure deficiencies are corrected, improved procedures are implemented and internal controls are being adhered to.
• • Provide guidance to direct reports regarding assignments and reviews their work (working papers) manual/TEAMMATE for sufficiency of scope and for accuracy.
• • Review Draft Reports and queries submitted by direct reports.
• • Consolidate overall audit findings/review Combined Draft Reports.
• • Review Current and Permanent Files submitted by the Direct Reports.
• • Conduct audit effectiveness survey to determine if the audit process was in compliance with stipulated standards.

Qualifications

• • Bachelor’s degree in Accounts, Finance, Business Administration or Management from a recognized institution or equivalent; or
• • Completion of ACCA level 2 or equivalent qualifications or;
• • Associate Degree in Accounting MIND with Government Accounting Course plus three (3) years auditing experience
• • Working knowledge of TeamMate Software and ACL (Data Analytics) would be an asset
• • Excellent knowledge of auditing standards and procedures
• • Excellent knowledge of the organization’s policies and procedures
• • Sound knowledge of the FAA Act and Financial Instructions and other pertinent regulations
• • Excellent supervisory skills;
• • Demonstrate ethical behaviour;
• • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• • Good interpersonal and customer service skills
• • Good presentation, oral and written communication skills
• • Excellent planning and organizing skills
• • Demonstrate ability to lead, coordinate and work in team
• • Demonstrate ability to manage partners and external relationships
• • Working knowledge of relevant computer application/technology

Additional Information and Instructions

📌 SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF THE JOB 🏢 Typical working environment 📆 Critical deadlines for task completion ⏰ May be required to work beyond normal working hours 📅 May need to work on weekends and public holidays 🚗 May need to travel locally for official duties 🌧️ May occasionally work under challenging conditions 📬 Interested persons should send their applications and résumés by 📅 NO LATER THAN NOVEMBER 29, 2024, to: Director, Human Resource Management & Administration Human Resource Management & Administration Branch Ministry of National Security 4th Floor NCB North Tower 2 Oxford Road Kingston 5 📧 Email: jobopp@mns.gov.jm Subject: Senior Auditor (FMG/AS 4) 💬 Note: We appreciate all applicants’ interest in this career opportunity. However, please be advised that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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