Senior Internal Auditor at FHI360 NGO

Job Summary:

FHI 360 seeks a Senior Internal Auditor to conduct internal financial, operational, and/or system audits and risk assessments. The Senior Internal Auditor performs audit planning tasks, interviews and testing procedures, and documents results per prescribed audit program. Performs data analysis to determine risk levels and contributes to the development of audit plan and scope. Executes internal audits within established business process controls and risk-based approach. Develops formal written reports to communicate audit results and makes recommendations as appropriate. The Senior Internal Auditor contributes to the content development and delivery of compliance training, outreach, newsletter, and other activities to promote a culture of compliance at the organization. May lead non complex audit engagements and supervises team member(s). Prospective candidates are expected to have sound knowledge and skills in finance/accounting and/or information system operations, as well as in U.S. Government rules and regulations. Knowledge and experience in international development and crisis response context is preferred.  English fluency required; fluency (speaking and writing) in French is highly desirable. This is a locally hired position. Must be legally authorized to work in South Africa, Kenya, Rwanda, or Democratic Republic of Congo.

Accountabilities:

• Performs financial, operational, and compliance audits in accordance with the company’s internal audit program.
• Documents processes for improving internal controls, operating efficiency, and the adequacy of records and recordkeeping.
• Reports internal audit findings to appropriate management based on the results of regularly scheduled audits, non-scheduled audits, and at any time when issues need to be addressed by management.
• Conducts follow-up reviews of financial, operational, or regulatory compliance deficiencies noted during audits.
• Develops and delivers compliance training and outreach contents, presentation, and materials.
• May conduct investigations of irregularities, as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Applied Knowledge & Skills:

• Applies detailed knowledge of applicable statutes, regulations, entity/company practices and concepts.
• Fully experienced in using general principles and processes involved in conducting an internal audit.
• Applies advanced analytical skills in MS Excel and other applications to identify potential issues and trends.
• Experienced with automated financial reporting, and Enterprise Resource Planning systems and applications (Deltek CostPoint, Microsoft Dynamics NAV, etc.).
• Initiates and manages relationships with industry representatives, external auditing firms, co-workers and others.
• Organizes reports to comply with applicable guidelines and provides documentation to support conclusions.
• Provides recommendations to management.
• Detailed information technology systems knowledge is used to enhance project reporting and analysis.
• Clearly and concisely communicates (oral and written) audit findings and recommendations to the stakeholders.
• Foreign language skill (French, Spanish, Portuguese) is highly desirable.
• Must be able to read, write and speak proficient English.

Problem Solving & Impact:

• Analyzes moderately sophisticated business operations, policies, and procedures. Reviews and determines compliance with laws and regulations; draws conclusions; makes recommendations for improvement.
• Serves as a resource to others in resolving moderately sophisticated problems; identifies substantive issues that are thoroughly and accurately researched and analyzed.
• Contributes to the completion of organizational projects and goals.
• Errors in judgment or failure to achieve results would normally require a moderate expenditure of resources to resolve.

Supervision Given/Received:

• Work is reviewed for soundness of judgment and overall adequacy and accuracy.
• Plans schedules and arranges own activities in accomplishing objectives.
• May supervise peers and junior staff within engagement team.
• May implement departmental work plans and provide input for performance reviews with the assistance of a higher-level manager.
• Reports to Manager, Internal Audit.

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree or its International Equivalent, preferably in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration
• Advance Degree or Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), and/or Certified Fraud
• Examiner (CFE) preferred.

Experience:

• 5 - 8 years of progressively responsible internal audit work, audit experience with a public accounting or audit firm, and/or financial management or compliance in international development industry or context.
• Must demonstrate excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• Clear and professional communication (verbal and written) required.
   

Technology to be Used:

• Personal Computer, Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.), SharePoint, e-mail, telephone, printer, calculator, copier, cell phones, and other mobile devices.

Typical Physical Demands:

• Typical office environment. Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time; ability to lift 5-10 lbs.

Travel Requirement:

• Ability to travel internationally