Head of Internal Audit (BKT E- PARA)
- Tirane
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- me orar te plote
- Fusha | Profili i punes
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- Ekonomist-Financier/e
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- anglisht
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- vetem me eksperience
Head of Internal Audit (BKT E- PARA)
Position Overview:
The Head of Internal Audit plays a critical role in ensuring the integrity, effectiveness, and efficiency of the internal control
and audit systems and processes within the financial institution and provide independent, objective assurance regarding processes.
This role involves leading and managing the internal audit function to assess and enhance the institution’s risk management, control, and governance processes.
Key Responsibilities:
Audit Strategy and Planning:
Position Overview:
The Head of Internal Audit plays a critical role in ensuring the integrity, effectiveness, and efficiency of the internal control
and audit systems and processes within the financial institution and provide independent, objective assurance regarding processes.
This role involves leading and managing the internal audit function to assess and enhance the institution’s risk management, control, and governance processes.
Key Responsibilities:
Audit Strategy and Planning:
- Develop and execute a risk-based internal audit strategy, aligned with the institution’s goals and regulatory requirements.
- Plan, schedule, and coordinate audit engagements across various functional areas, ensuring comprehensive coverage.
- Lead audit in conducting thorough assessments of internal controls, operational processes, and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Identify and evaluate risks and control weaknesses, and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory frameworks, industry standards, and internal policies.
- Keep abreast of regulatory changes and industry best practices to adapt audit approaches accordingly.
- Assess the institution’s risk exposure and contribute to the development of risk management strategies.
- Collaborate with management to develop risk mitigation plans and monitor their implementation.
- Prepare comprehensive and timely audit reports, summarizing findings, recommendations, and management's action plans.
- Communicate results to senior management, the board of directors, and relevant stakeholders.
- Reporting to E-PARA CEO
- Build and maintain strong relationships with business unit leaders, operational teams, and external auditors.
- Collaborate with other departments to facilitate a culture of risk awareness and control consciousness.
- Enhance the internal audit methodology, tools, and techniques to promote efficiency and effectiveness.
- Continuously improve audit processes and methodologies based on emerging risks and industry trends.
- Foster the professional growth of audit team members by providing guidance, training, and mentorship.
- Promote a culture of learning and continuous improvement within the audit function.
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. A master's degree or professional certification (e.g., CIA, CISA, CRMA) is preferred.
- Extensive experience (typically 8+ years) in internal audit, risk management, or related fields, with progressive leadership responsibilities.
- Strong understanding of e-money licensing regulations and the broader financial services industry.
- Demonstrated knowledge of auditing standards, risk assessment methodologies, and control frameworks.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with various stakeholders.
- Leadership abilities to guide, motivate, and develop a high-performing audit team.
- Proficiency in using audit software, data analytics tools, and Microsoft Office suite.