Corporate Audit Manager - Kinshasa

about finca impact finance
finca impact finance believes that all people should have the opportunity to leverage their wisdom, talent, and effort to determine their own destiny. our worldwide network of full-service banks and microfinance institutions is grounded in the conviction that inclusive finance is critical to lifting people out of poverty.
finca sets standards for the microfinance industry by constantly innovating and developing new products and services that help customers achieve their dreams. millions of entrepreneurs rely on finca’s commitment to customer protection and its unmatched customer experience to build a better future for themselves, their families, and their communities.
role purpose
internal auditing is an independent, objective assurance and consulting activity designed to add value and improve an organization’s operations. it helps the organization achieve its objectives by applying a systematic and disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes.
in this context, the subsidiary corporate audit manager (cam) performs professional internal audit work, including managing or conducting performance, operational, financial, it, and compliance audit assignments at the subsidiary and network levels. working in close coordination with the global audit director and other cams across the network, the cam ensures the execution of the subsidiary audit plan and provides consulting services to subsidiary management and staff.
the cam is accountable for the development, implementation, and monitoring of risk-based audit plans aligned with the organization’s strategic objectives. the role includes supervising internal audit staff and ensuring that all audit activities comply with the iia’s global internal audit standards and the highest professional and ethical standards.
accountabilities

• oversee the execution of internal audit plans for the subsidiary, ensuring that planned audits are completed within agreed timelines
• anticipate planning challenges and proactively resolve conflicts, delays, or ad hoc requests in coordination with the global audit director
• ensure timely follow-up on the implementation of audit recommendations
• lead internal audit assignments at the subsidiary level and selected assignments at the network level
• ensure audit quality and compliance with professional standards and methodologies through continuous quality assurance processes
• participate in quality assurance initiatives across the finca network
• maintain ongoing communication with the audit committee and subsidiary management, regardless of who conducts audit assignments
• communicate audit and consulting results, trends, and key findings through written reports and oral presentations, in line with reporting schedules or as required
• develop proactive and effective communication with subsidiary management to support the achievement of their objectives and maintain awareness of local risks and issues
• build and maintain productive, collaborative relationships with clients, staff, and management, promoting a positive image of internal audit as a value-adding function
• participate in continuous networking with internal auditors across regions and the global network
• manage internal audit staff by planning, organizing, directing, and monitoring audit operations, including recruitment, training, performance evaluation, and corrective actions
• identify and assess organizational risk areas and develop a risk-based annual internal audit plan
• review the implementation of customer experience requirements during audits and report communication gaps as audit exceptions to management and the board
• participate in internal audit projects assigned by the global audit director or global chief auditor
• represent internal audit on organizational project teams, at management and board meetings, and with external organizations
• pursue continuous professional development through internal and external training and professional association memberships, and share knowledge with the team
• lead, motivate, and inspire audit staff through effective recruitment, coaching, performance management, and career development