An Internal Auditor assists in the establishment, development and evaluation of a companys internal controls over financial reporting, compliance and business operations. An Internal Auditor job description should first and foremost highlight the key role of completing company-wide internal audits in accordance with annual audit objectives, and holding opening and closing meetings with management, including providing all audit reports.
Internal Auditor duties and responsibilities:
Undertaking internal audits to ensure the company meets its financial, operational and compliance objectives
Supporting the development of an assurance planning reporting process
Reporting on control deficiencies to management and making recommendations to mitigate risk and add value
Challenging current processes across the company and identify opportunities for refinement
Engaging remediation of identified issues through follow-up
Playing an active role in the maintenance and review of policies and procedures, including ensuring they are up to date with all legislation and best practices
Communicating with a variety of stakeholders across the company