Internal Audit Senior Associate
Overview
Supports the Internal Audit and Investigations Group (IAIG) by managing and integrating various audit processes, from program development and fieldwork to post-audit administration. Ensures the integrity, quality, and timeliness of audit engagements.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the development of risk-based audit programs.
- Conduct audit fieldwork, including reviewing documentation, performing interviews, testing controls, and documenting evidence.
- Prepare working papers documenting procedures, evidence, analysis, and conclusions.
- Draft sections of audit reports and supporting documentation.
- Participate in audit missions to UNOPS offices.
- Support advisory engagements and other assurance activities.
- Review terms of reference and audit reports from outsourced auditors.
- Support quality assurance of project audit documentation and reports.
- Provide project offices with procedural guidance on audit requirements.
- Manage post-audit administrative activities in the ERP system.
- Monitor the status of agreed management actions and maintain follow-up records.
- Review supporting information provided by management for closure.
- Use data analysis and digital tools to support audit activities.
- Maintain constructive working relationships with auditees and colleagues.
- Compile and analyze budget and expenditure information.
- Support the preparation of information for audit committees and management forums.
- Contribute to the maintenance and development of audit tools, templates, and knowledge resources.
- Participate in internal and external quality assessments.
- Perform other related duties, including supporting forensic reviews and special audits.
Required Experience
7 years of relevant experience is required. Relevant experience is defined as experience in audit, assurance, compliance, risk management, or other fields related to audit work. Experience working with the United Nations system, international organizations, or international NGOs is desirable. Familiarity with cloud-based productivity tools, such as Google Workspace, is desirable. Experience using Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, such as Agresso/Unit4, is desirable. Knowledge of project management and collaboration tools, such as Atlassian products (e.g., Jira and Confluence), is considered an asset. Exposure to data analytics, continuous auditing methodologies, and related audit technologies is desirable.
Qualifications
Completion of secondary education (high school diploma) with 7 years of relevant experience is required. A university degree (Bachelor’s or Master’s) in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Audit, or a related field is desirable and may be considered, and will reduce some of the required years of relevant experience. A professional accounting or auditing certification is an asset.