Internal Audit Associate

A dynamic organisation in Grand Baie, Mauritius is seeking a Junior Internal Audit Associate. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to internal audits by assessing risks, evaluating controls, and recommending process improvements. The successful candidate will collaborate with business units to ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and drive operational enhancements across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and arrange meetings with business units for audit preparation, including documenting meeting minutes.
• Understand audit objectives, scope, and assess risks and controls for each business unit.
• Conduct audits in line with defined objectives and methodologies.
• Assist in preparing working papers for internal audits across different business units, including:
1. Performing walkthroughs and understanding business processes.
2. Documenting process flows for high-risk areas.
3. Identifying risks and mitigating controls while providing recommendations for improvement.
4. Suggesting appropriate tests of controls.
5. Conducting testing in line with sampling methodologies.
• Draft and present final audit reports to stakeholders, including recommendations for changes and control implementations.
• Monitor the implementation of audit recommendations to ensure compliance and effectiveness.
• Conduct feedback meetings throughout the audit process with management.
• Support the growth and continuous improvement of the internal audit department.
• Recommend updates to policies and procedures to benefit the organisation.
• Undertake additional duties as assigned from time to time.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or a Degree in Internal Auditing).
• Professional certification such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) is required.
• At least 1 year of experience in an internal audit associate role.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, practices, procedures, and IFRS standards.
• Familiarity with legal and regulatory requirements relevant to auditing processes.
• Advanced computer literacy skills, particularly in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience working with large data sets and visualisation tools is advantageous.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Trustworthy, ethical, and able to handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Quick learner who can adapt swiftly to new challenges or environments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to work under pressure while meeting deadlines efficiently.