Internal Audit Supervisor

Job Purpose

The Internal Audit Supervisor is responsible for overseeing and conducting internal audit activities to deliver independent and objective assurance on the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal control systems. This position supports the organization in meeting its strategic and operational goals by identifying risks, assessing controls, ensuring regulatory compliance, and suggesting enhancements to improve efficiency, efficacy, and adherence to policies.

Organizational Responsibilities

• Enhance the organization's governance framework through robust internal audit methodologies.
• Conduct audits aligned with approved plans, professional standards, and internal regulations.
• Foster a workplace culture centered on risk awareness, accountability, and continuous enhancement.
• Protect organizational assets and reputation by proactively identifying risks.
• Maintain independence, objectivity, and confidentiality throughout all auditing processes.
• Support senior management and the Audit Committee with dependable assurance and insights.

Functional Duties

• Audit Planning & Execution: Engage in formulating and implementing the annual risk-based audit plan; supervise and execute financial, operational, compliance, and IT audits; ensure audit processes are well-planned, documented, and finalized per standards; review audit documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Risk & Control Evaluation: Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal control frameworks, risk management, and governance procedures; identify critical risks, control weaknesses, and inefficiencies across business and clinical functions; verify adherence to policies, laws, and statutory regulations.
• Reporting & Monitoring: Generate precise and timely audit reports detailing findings, root causes, risks, and recommended actions; collaborate with auditees and management to agree on remedial steps; monitor the implementation of recommendations and corrective measures.
• Advisory & Process Improvement: Offer consultancy to management on control design and process enhancement; support investigations and special reviews as requested; contribute to advancing audit methodologies, tools, and practices.
• Team Leadership & Development: Supervise and guide internal audit staff and external auditors; provide coaching, feedback, and performance evaluations; promote training and development initiatives within the audit function.

Qualifications and Experience

• 5 to 8 years of advancing experience in internal or external audit or risk management.
• Experience preferred in large organizations such as healthcare, financial services, or regulated sectors.
• Comprehensive knowledge of internal control frameworks (for example, COSO) and risk-based auditing techniques.
• Proven involvement in financial, operational, and compliance audits.
• Familiarity with IT controls, data analytics, or systems audits is advantageous.
• Demonstrated ability to lead audit teams and oversee engagements.

Education and Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related disciplines is mandatory.
• Certifications such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) preferred or in progress.
• Additional credentials like Certified Public Accountant (CPA) / SOCPA preferred.
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) and Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) considered assets.

Skills and Attributes

• Excellent analytical and critical thinking aptitudes.
• Strong verbal and written communication capabilities.
• Expertise in risk assessment and evaluating complex workflows.
• Sound judgment coupled with high ethical standards.
• Effective planning, organizational, and time management abilities.
• Leadership skills to mentor and develop team members.
• Competence in stakeholder engagement and influence.
• Proficiency with audit software, data analysis, and Microsoft Office suite.
• Exhibits a strong work ethic, dependability, positivity, adaptability, honesty, self-motivation, eagerness to grow, and confidence.