Synopsis

This role required working closely with the senior manger Audit/Head of Audit to deliver the departments goal and objectives for the group. This role has the responsibility to lead audit engagements, conducting all stages of reviews from planning to reporting and ensuring robust controls and adherence to corporate governance. To contribute to the strategic development of the corporate and outstation audit function and ensure that the department values are upheld at all times.

Accountabilities

• Work with the Senior Manager Audi/ Head of Audit to develop an internal audit strategy that is aligned with and supports the achievement of the Group\'s strategic objectives
• Conduct all aspects of audits competency on a team leader capacity, including timely completion of resource budget, timetable and communication plan, audit programme, fieldwork, through work paper file, use of data analytics (ACL and other relevant tools), Portal update and draft report with minimal review points
• Review feedback and draft findings to ensure worked performed by Audit Managers, Internal Auditors and Graduate Auditors are thorough, complete, accurate, documented and delivered within the agreed timelines
• Ensure completeness and accuracy of documentation to support all audit findings
• Drive and embed data analytics within the team, audit process and contribute towards continuous audit and monitoring
• Ensure continuous communication with immediate superior. Provide regular update on audit process, submit progress report, and escalate issues or challenges faced proactively, unbiased and timely
• Coach and manage the performance of Audit Officers to ensure the develop auditing skills and knowledge which provide maximum value for the business process and relevant for career advancement. Provide coaching to help development process where necessary
• Perform ad-hox special projects as requested from time to time by Senior Manager Audit, Head of Audit or Vice President Audit with minimal notice. Priorities work effectively
• Ensure own technical skills are always advancing and are being kept in line with international best practice. Ensure familiarity with current issues in accounting/auditing, knowledge of segregation of duties in IT application, ITGC, research, continuing professional development and airlines business process. Proactively leverage knowledge and skills strengths of colleagues
• Build on expertise as a leading airline auditor and business consultant or partner by continuously expanding knowledge of own specialist areas
• Design and develop control Self-Assessment framework and ensure effective implementation of the programme
• In an advisory capacity, work with the business owners to provide independent strategic support to add value and help them achieve their goals. Keep abreast of new industry developments and technological advancements, with a view to proactively introduce their processes within the organization
• Build credible relationships with executive and senior management and third party service providers, to facilitate the implementation of best practices in risk and control of business process

Education & Experience

• Postgraduate (e.g. MBA or Masters in relevant discipline IT/Aviation/Data Analytics etc.) and/or internationally recognized professional qualifications (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIA, CPA, CIMA)
• Minimum 7 years relevant experience

About Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, was formed in 2003 and quickly went on to become one of the world\'s leading airlines. From its home in Abu Dhabi, Etihad flies to passenger and cargo destinations in the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia and North America. Together with Etihad\'s codeshare partners, Etihad\'s network offers access to hundreds of international destinations. In recent years, Etihad has received numerous awards for its superior service and products, cargo offering, loyalty programme and more. Etihad is recognised as one of the world\'s leading airlines in response to COVID-19 and was the first airline in the world to fully vaccinate its crew on board.

Etihad sees tackling the climate crisis as the most important issue of our time, and through strategic partnerships with major global aviation brands and OEMs, Etihad is relentless in its pursuit of industry decarbonisation.

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