IT Audit Officer

JOB PURPOSE

To ensure that the internal audit function of the SIPML provides quality services that complies with internal and international auditing standards and management expectations.
To effectively and efficiently carry out planned assignments approved by the Board Audit Committee

KEY RESPONSIBILITES

Having and applying knowledge of accounting and operations of investment schemes, Investment Banking and operations.
Engage stakeholders and audit clients effectively.
Carry out risk assessment by analysing the business environment and the impact of changes in the socio – economic and regulatory environment and the impact on SIPML.
Draw up an Audit Plan based on the risk assessment
Performing/leading audits in accordance with Internal Audit (GIA) methodology and professional practice standards; drafting of audit reports; presenting issues to the business; and discussing practical solutions.
Understanding the interconnectedness of products departments and teams within SIPML and how they impact on the area of responsibility.
Review applications/ systems to ensure functionality, availability and processing controls like segregation of duties.
Assist in the implementation of information system projects and ensure that the relevant controls are in place from on set
Apply data analytics tools to carry out automated audits of business processes with the objective of identifying controls gaps and providing data science insights.
Drive Implementation of Robotic Audit process.
Effectively Audit IT Application Controls and IT security to provide an audit opinion.
Involvement in key strategic initiatives of the business to provide proactive advice/ change assurance on these initiatives
Maintaining the use of best practices by researching and adopting new audit techniques where relevant.
Reporting monthly and quarterly and annual audit results; issues validation;
Drive Compliance with ISO 270001 information security standard within the business

QUALIFICATIONS

Possess of a first degree in accounting or related field.
A professional qualification such as CIA, CISA, CIMA, ACCA, ACA, COBIT or similar is a plus.
Relevant experience in IT function with keen interest in business