The Senior Operational Internal Auditor reports to the Internal Audit Management Team, he/she evaluates and improves the efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance of the organization’s operational processes. He/She will play a critical role in ensuring that the organization achieves its objectives while adhering to regulations, policies, and best practices.

 

This position is based in St. Maarten however, travel to the various jurisdictions where NAGICO operates will be required.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, organize and execute internal audits, including performance of risk assessments and assisting in the preparation of a Group–wide audit plan.
• Conduct audits of business processes, IT systems, financials, and compliance as per the annual audit plan. This includes defining the audit scope, designing and executing procedures, and producing final reports summarizing findings and results.
• Perform audits of the operation’s intermediaries.
• Review systems to ensure compliance with policies, procedures, laws, and regulations, including Anti-Money Laundering and Insurance regulations, and report on operational adherence.
• Develop actionable, evidence-based recommendations for management at all levels and present audit findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Discuss identified control and process weaknesses with management, including causes, remedial actions, and implementation timelines, and proactively follow up on outstanding actions.
• Assist with external audit support work as the need arises.
• Maintain objectivity and independence for all engagements.
• Follow the Internal Audit Charter, manuals, protocols and other internal policies and procedures.
• Adhere to all relevant international professional standards at all times. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Demonstrate knowledge of risk assessment, internal control concepts, and Global Internal Audit Standards, with experience applying them to plan, execute, and report on business process evaluations.
• Capable of working independently with minimal supervision and effectively collaborating as part of a team.
• Proactive with a strong ability to identify areas of risk and improvement.
• Must demonstrate integrity, strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, effective time management, keen attention to detail, and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Should demonstrate sound judgment and excellent report writing skills.
• Skilled at presenting ideas and securing management support for positive change initiatives.
• Strong English communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to effectively present findings to senior management.

TRAINING & EXPERIENCE

• Must maintain at least one (1) professional audit or accountancy qualifications / designations e.g., CIA, ACCA, CA, CPA, RA.
• Proactive pursuit for additional specialist qualifications for professional growth.
• At least four years of experience in auditing is required, with a focus on operational audits, preferably in a corporate environment.
• Continuously improve level of knowledge/experience in the insurance industry.
• Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The selected candidate will be offered an attractive salary which will be commensurate with experience and education.