To assist the team lead, system control officer, in assessing and advising the IT and business stakeholders on all the IT and System control best practices of the operations and processes to reduce risks and improve efficiency and financial profitability.
ROLE COMPLEXITY
To assure management that the Company’s internal control systems are adequate, effective, and operating as intended.
Monthly exceptions and activities report.
Provide reasonable assurance on IT system security and functionalities.
Report of IT application review.
Prompt detection of wrong or abnormal postings into the System.
Quality of reports produced for the decision-making process
FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES
Support all Internal Control assessment, operation Risk, and execution of activities.
Gather and analyze data for key deliverables relating to the effective execution of Internal Control Activities.
Conduct vulnerability and penetration assessment.
Develop a detailed understanding of the activity under IT risks and controls.
Assist in the recognition of key risk areas, incidents, control issues and assess their impact and recommend actions to enhance control.
Assess IT risks and internal control strengths and weaknesses. Develop a Control Check List and work program.
Monitor the developed control checklist for compliance and execute the work outlined in the work program.
Conduct various IT reviews in line with IT annual plan and other assigned tasks.
Advise IT and business stakeholders on control best practices within their processes to reduce risks and improve efficiency and financial profitability.
Prepares a formal report, expressing opinions on the adequacy and effectiveness of the system and the efficiency with which control activities are carried out.
Document the work performed and conclusions, and appraise
CORE COMPETENCIES
Proficiency in Audit Command Language (ACL) profecy
Strong MS Excel, Word, and Power Point skills.
Strong Analytical Skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Structure Query Language (SQL)
FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES
A very strong experience in IT control/audit function technical departments of an Insurance company may also be considered
Ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines
Meticulous and results-oriented, with the ability to strive in a fast-paced work environment.
Good presentation skills
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
First degree in Computer science, Management information system or related disciplines
Professional Qualification (CISA, CRMA) would be an added advantage
Minimum of 1 year of working experience in a control or Internal Auditing related role in a Financial Institution or External Audit and proficiency in SQL, ACL etc
