JOB PURPOSE
Examine transaction records and documents both financial and operational. To determine compliance with the provisions of relevant laws, regulations, policies and rules; report on internal controls and where necessary recommend appropriate measures to be taken.
KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS
Technical/Professional Responsibilities
- Conducts operational and financial audits and special assignments to assess the adequacy, efficiency and effectiveness in achieving designed objectives and compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
- Obtain, analyze and appraise data as the basis for an informed, objective opinion on the adequacy and effectiveness of the system and efficiency of the performance of the activities being reviewed
- Assess and give guidance to the junior auditors within the team
- Ensure that working papers of junior auditors are properly prepared, compiled and submitted for review
- Make recommendations based on audit findings and submit to audit supervisor and Chief Internal Auditor
- Follow up as directed, response to audit findings to determine whether the recommendations were adhered to.
- Perform other related duties as assigned from time to time
- Examine records and interview workers to ensure recording of transactions and compliance with laws and regulations.
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
- Assignments are completed within time specified
- Confidentiality and integrity is exercised in the execution of duties
- Reports are prepared in accordance with acceptable standards
- Risk assessments are carried out
- Working papers are produced on a timely basis
- Auditing principles, standards and techniques are adhered to when performing audits
MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- First Degree preferably in Accounts, Finance, Business Administration, Management Economics, ACCA Fundamentals or equivalent;
- Plus, over two (2) years but less than five (5) years’ experience in the specialized area;
- Successful completion of relevant government auditing courses and professional audit training would be an asset.
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Interested persons may apply by submitting a cover letter and resume via email no later than Friday, June 3, 2022 to:
Senior Director
Human Resource Management & Development
Ministry of Health & Wellness
10a Chelsea Avenue
Kingston 10
jobs@moh.gov.jm
Please note that responses will be sent to short-listed applicants only