Associate Internal Auditor

Role Purpose:Support the Senior Internal Auditor in internal audit activities, including audit execution support, documentation, follow-up tracking of audit observations, preparation of working papers and reports, and coordination with key stakeholders, including the GRC function, outsourced internal audit team, external financial auditors, and business units, process owners, and management SPOCs, to support effective audit delivery and strengthen governance and internal control effectivenessKey Accountabilities:Support audit fieldwork activities, including walkthroughs, testing assistance, and data collection.Assist in preparing and organizing audit working papers.Collect audit evidence from business units and outsourced internal audit team.Maintain logs of audit issues and track their status. Collect supporting evidence for closure of audit findings. Assist in preparing follow-up updates for Senior Internal Auditor reviewCoordinate with GRC, outsourced internal audit team, and relevant stakeholders during audit activities. Support scheduling of meetings and audit-related discussions.Assist in documenting key outcomes, actions, and evidence obtained.Support preparation of audit reports, summaries, and presentations. Assist in maintaining dashboards, trackers, and audit logs. Ensure proper filing, naming, and organization of audit documentation.Outsourced Internal Audit Team External Financial Auditors (coordination only)Necessary Knowledge and Experience:1–3 years of relevant experience in internal audit, accounting, compliance, or risk-related roles. Exposure to internal audit execution activities, including walkthroughs, control testing, documentation, and basic audit procedures. Ability to support audit fieldwork and end-to-end audit activities under supervision of the Senior Internal Auditor. Basic understanding of internal control concepts and audit methodologies. Exposure to outsourced internal audit environments is an advantage. Ability to support follow-up of audit issues, including tracking remediation actions and collecting supporting evidence. Strong ability to assist in audit documentation and reporting support, including working papers, summaries, and trackers. Good communication and coordination skills when interacting with business units, process owners, and management SPOCs during audit activities.Education and Certification RequirementsBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related fieldPreferably hold professional certificate like Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA) or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)Working EnvironmentOffice-based role with frequent onsite visits and periodic travel to support audit activities, coordination, and follow-ups