CORPORATE INTERNAL AUDIT MANAGER

The Port Authority of Jamaica wishes to recruit a Corporate Internal Audit Manager in the Group Internal Audit Department.

The Port Authority of Jamaica wishes to recruit a Corporate Internal Audit Manager in the Group Internal Audit Department.

SALARY SCALE: $3,350,847.20 - $4,020,883.33

JOB SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for planning and performing a variety of assignments and consultancy projects relating to the maritime industry and for undertaking and managing various reviews including audits of a highly specialised nature, with the intention to provide recommendations that will strengthen internal controls, mitigate financial risks, and safeguard the organisation.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• B.Sc. in Accounting, Management Studies, or Business Administration from a recognised university and preferably the completion of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) Professional Stage Examinations
• Four (4) years internal audit experience or four (4) years working with a professional and reputable audit firm.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform specialized reviews and audits of a highly technical nature in respect of the Port     Authority, its subsidiaries, and related entities.
• Supervise and train junior staff.
• Develop audit programs as needed.
• Assist in the development of the annual audit plan for the PAJ group and with the preparation of submissions to the various Audit Committees.
• Plan and perform a variety of assignments and consultancy projects throughout the organization which include a variety of senior management driven assignments.
• Execute and manage various complex reviews (including audits) through all phases (development, implementation, management of resources, evaluation, and results presentation). This will include a detailed assessment of the operational and financial activities where a thorough understanding of control processes must be obtained.
• Provide recommendations that include strengthening internal controls, mitigating financial risks, and safeguarding the organization.
• Work closely with the Department’s management in the implementation of the Department’s risk analysis process.
• Perform and/or review engineering contracts, financial analyses, and accounting tasks periodically.
• Maintain accurate time management information and complete administrative records for submission, as required.
• Any other duties assigned.

If this opportunity interests you, and you meet all the above requirements, please submit your applications by 2023 November 15.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.