Data And Models Audit Specialist (Paterson Grade C)
Job Description
JOB PURPOSE
Undertakes internal audits to ensure the company meets its financial, operational and compliance objectives.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Supports all audit projects through the execution of Computer Aided Audit Techniques (CAATs).
• Applies data analytics skills to draw insights from the Bank’s datasets.
• Provides assurance on the relevance and accuracy of the Bank’s models.
• Provides high quality, value-adding audit reports on the Bank’s IT infrastructure, applications, including digital channels, and IT projects.
• Evaluates processes to determine adequacy of controls, compliance with policies and procedures, and comparison to leading practices.
• Develops accurate, logical and detailed work-papers clearly describing the work performed, results of testing and conclusions reached.
• Provides recommendations to management for strengthening controls, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures and enhancing operations.
• Prepares comprehensive written and oral audit reports detailing the results of the audit.
• Partners with senior members of the team to work with management to develop acceptable solutions to address issues or gaps identified.
• Provides assurance and consulting services throughout the project life cycle.
• Performs other special audit projects as assigned.
Job Requirement
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS AND EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information systems, Data Science or equivalent qualification.
• Proficiency in SQL and/or Audit command Language (ACL).
• At least 2 years’ experience in internal or external audit preferred.
• Experience in banking and financial services environment will be an advantage.
• Experience in quantitative modelling will be an advantage.
• Certifications in SQL and/or CISA will be an advantage.
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
• Ability to observe and understand business processes ensuring processes are documented completely and accurately.
• Understanding of audit standards (GIAS and ITAF) and their practical application.
• Proactive in researching business best practice concepts in order to apply as appropriate.
• Solid listening skills and ability to identify gaps in logic – inquisitive.
• Strong organization and follow up skills including the ability to handle competing priorities and meet all deadlines and commitments.
• Possession of appropriate combination of technical expertise in fields such as auditing, finance, operations or investigations.
• Ability to flourish in a fast-paced, complex environment and willing to adapt to change.
• Ability to follow instructions accurately and efficiently.
• Ability to recognize when learned theoretical concepts should be applied.
• Ability to identify underlying cause of an issue raised.
• Proactively seek and embrace formal and informal peer coaching opportunities.
• Execute the audit assignment within the agreed budget and timelines.