The Internal Audit Assistant (contract) reports to the Chief Internal Auditor and will assist in the delivery of audit and assurance engagements from planning through to completion.

PORT AUTHORITY OF TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO

The Internal Audit Assistant reports directly to the Chief Internal Auditor and will assist in the delivery of audit and assurance engagements from planning through to completion.

• Assists with the planning and project managing of all aspects of audits.
• Proactively contributes to all areas of the audit.
• Interviews clients in order to understand the businesses and internal processes
• Prepares clearly, and accurately documents the execution of specific audit procedures as well as the 5 c’s.
• Completes audits on time and submits reports to the Chief Internal Auditor
• Recognizes potential risks, audit issues or unusual relationships from analysis of controls and communicates them to the Chief Internal Auditor.
• Maintains an awareness of audit trends and “best practices”
• Interacts with management and key personnel to build / maintain ongoing business relationships by utilizing strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Contributes and listens/responds to other team members’ ideas/opinions
• Performs other Internal Audit related duties as may be assigned by a superior

• Pursuing Applied Skills level in ACCA or any other recognized professional qualification in Accounting and or completed a Degree in Accounting or Business related field

• Pursuing CIA, CRMA, CFE, CISA Certification would be considered an asset.
• At least one (1) year Auditing experience
• Work effectively as a team member, multi-tasking, sharing responsibility, providing support and updating senior team members on progress.

• Contribute ideas/opinions to the assurance teams and listen/respond to other assurance team members' views

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Good project management skills