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Senior Auditor (FMG/AS 4)
Company Information
Job Information
Description
Company
Government of Jamaica
Website
http://bit.ly/GOJJobListing
Contact Name
Office of the Services Commission
Contact Email
communications@osc.gov.jm
Job Type
Full-time
Department
Ministry of National Security
Category
Accounting
Posted
12-11-2024
Job Status
Start Publishing
12-11-2024
Stop Publishing
22-11-2024
Applications are invited for the following post in the Ministry of National Security (MNS): Senior Auditor (FMG/AS 4) – Internal Audit
Salary range $6,333,301 – $8,517,586 per annum.
Job Purpose
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.
Key Responsibilities
- Conducts/leads stakeholder meetings/interviews (entrance, exits, system documentations);
- Conducts/supervises 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;
- Conducts/supervises 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;
- Examines and assesses the adequacy, efficiency and effectiveness of the internal controls implemented and recommends solutions or corrective measures, where applicable;
- Follows-up (as directed) responses to Audit Reports to ensure deficiencies are corrected, improved procedures are implemented, and internal controls are being adhered to;
- Provides guidance to direct reports regarding assignments and reviews their work (working papers) manual/teammate for sufficiency of scope and for accuracy;
- Reviews draft reports and queries submitted by direct reports;
- Consolidates overall audit findings/review combined draft reports;
- Reviews current and permanent files submitted by the Direct Reports.
- Conducts audit effectiveness survey to determine if the audit process was in compliance with stipulated standards.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies
- 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, co-ordinate and work in team;
- Demonstrate ability to manage partners and external relationships;
- Working knowledge of relevant computer application/technology.
Minimum Required Qualification and Experience
- First Degree preferably in Accounts, Finance, Business Administration, Management or Economics;
- ACCA Fundamentals or equivalent; plus, over five (5) years’ auditing experience and relevant experience in the specialized area;
- Successful completion of relevant Government auditing courses and professional audit training would be an asset.
Special Conditions Associated with the Job
- Critical deadlines for completion of tasks;
- May be required to work beyond the normal working hours;
- May be required to work on weekends and public holidays;
- May be required to travel locally to external sites in the performance of official duties;
- May be required to work under adverse condition from time to time.
Applications accompanied by résumés should be submitted no later than Thursday, 21st November, 2024 to:
Director, Human Resource Management and Administration
Human Resource Management and Administration Branch
Ministry of National Security
4th Floor North Tower
2 Oxford Road
Human Resource Management and Administration Branch
Ministry of National Security
4th Floor North Tower
2 Oxford Road
Kingston 5
Email: jobopp@mns.gov.jm
Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
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