Internal Auditor

Our client, a company based in Fribourg, Switzerland, is actively seeking an Associate Internal Auditor to join the growing team.

As a certified internal auditor, you will play a pivotal role in adding value and improving our operations by bringing a systematic and disciplined approach to the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes.

If you have a passion for finance, join the client's internal audit function and contribute to their commitment to excellence in corporate governance and risk management.

• Under the supervision of the Head of internal audit, conducting follow-up audits to evaluate the effectiveness of action plans resulting from internal audits.
• Assessing and ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations and company policies.
• Providing management with accurate and timely follow-up reports, including recommendations for improvement.
• Giving independent and objective assessments of residual risks with regards to internal controls.
• Proposing recommendations to enhance operational efficiency.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop and implement risk management strategies.
• Plan and execute follow-up audits, including data analysis and testing.
• Review financial statements and supporting documentation.
• Evaluate internal control systems and ensure adherence to applicable laws, regulations and internal policies and procedures.
• Perform risk assessments and internal control evaluations.
• Identify and investigate potentially fraudulent activities or financial irregularities.
• Identify missing controls and recommend risk mitigation measures.
• Prepare and present follow-up audit summaries to stakeholders.
• Monitor implementation status of audit recommendations.
• Engage towards continual knowledge development.
• Stay abreast with the latest regulations and best practices in internal auditing.

• Master’s degree in finance, accounting or a related field.
• Professional certification, such as CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), or CFE (Certified Fraud examiner), or CISA (Certified IS Auditor).
• 2-5 years’ experience in auditing/controlling or closely related field.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Willingness to travel (up to 30%).
• Strong understanding of accounting standards, taxation and legal requirements.
• Proficiency in using audit actions follow-up software and data analysis tools.
• Experience in performing follow-up audits.
• Proficiency in preparing and reviewing financial documents and audit reports.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently or in a team.
• Working knowledge of MS Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Analyzing and evaluating accounting documents, reports, data, flowcharts etc..
• Sound independent judgement
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong ethical standards and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality.
• Ability to adapt to changing regulatory environments and industry practices.
• Fluency in English and French.

Preferred skills and qualifications

• Advanced degree in accounting, finance or related field.
• Experience in conducting audits in Africa and Asia.
• Knowledge of ERP systems and experience with data analytics.
• Experience with data analytics and visualization tools.
• Working knowledge of financial analysis techniques.
• Great attention to detail and accuracy and ability to work with large data sets.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Learning Elements

• The Group Internal Auditor will be trained during his/her assignment on conducting Internal Audit missions in accordance with the standards defined by the Institute of Internal Auditors and to provide high quality work deliverables bringing added value to the organization.

Please note that this role is open to Swiss citizens, EU/EFTA citizens or citizens with a valid and transferable Swiss work permit.

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