Internal Audit Senior Associate

Job Posting Organization:
The Internal Audit and Investigations Group (IAIG) is a vital component of UNOPS, dedicated to providing independent assurance and oversight to enhance governance, risk management, and internal controls within the organization. Established to ensure accountability through impartial investigations of misconduct, IAIG plays a crucial role in safeguarding organizational integrity and promoting ethical conduct. The group conducts assurance engagements across various field offices and headquarters units, offering advisory reviews and targeted project audits, both financial and operational. IAIG also provides ad hoc advisory services to management on strategic matters, ensuring that UNOPS operates with transparency, fairness, and accountability. The organization is committed to fostering an inclusive working environment and embraces diversity, with a workforce comprising a wide range of nationalities, cultures, and backgrounds.

Job Overview:
The Internal Audit Senior Associate position is designed to support the Internal Audit and Investigations Group (IAIG) by managing and integrating various audit processes. This role encompasses program development, fieldwork, and post-audit administration, ensuring the integrity, quality, and timeliness of audit engagements. The incumbent will apply professional audit standards and contribute to the continuous improvement of IAIG's practices. This position offers the opportunity to develop specialized knowledge in internal auditing and to guide junior colleagues or oversee specific audit-related tasks. The Internal Audit Senior Associate will perform specialized audit activities, manage assigned audit processes, and ensure the accurate and timely completion of work, contributing to the efficiency and quality of audit processes.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Internal Audit Activities: Support the development of risk-based audit programs for assigned engagements, conduct audit fieldwork, prepare working papers, draft sections of audit reports, and participate in audit missions to UNOPS offices.
• Project Audit Support: Review terms of reference and audit reports from outsourced auditors, support quality assurance of project audit documentation, and provide procedural guidance to project offices.
• General Contributions and Responsibilities: Manage post-audit administrative activities, monitor the status of agreed management actions, use data analysis tools to support audit activities, maintain professional relationships with auditees, compile budget information, and contribute to the development of audit tools and resources.
• Perform other related duties as required, including supporting forensic reviews and special audits.

Required Qualifications:
Completion of secondary education (high school diploma) with 7 years of relevant experience is required. A university degree (Bachelor’s or Master’s) in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Audit, or a related field is desirable and may reduce the required years of relevant experience. A professional accounting or auditing certification is an asset. Relevant experience in audit, assurance, compliance, risk management, or related fields is required, with experience in the United Nations system or international organizations being desirable. Familiarity with cloud-based productivity tools and ERP systems is also beneficial.

Educational Background:
Candidates must have completed secondary education, with a high school diploma being the minimum requirement. A university degree in a relevant field such as Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or Audit is preferred and may reduce the years of required experience. Professional certifications in accounting or auditing are considered advantageous and can enhance a candidate's profile.

Experience:
The position requires relevant experience defined as experience in audit, assurance, compliance, risk management, or other fields related to audit work. Candidates should have experience working with the United Nations system, international organizations, or international NGOs. Familiarity with cloud-based productivity tools and experience using ERP systems are desirable, as well as exposure to data analytics and continuous auditing methodologies.

Languages:
Fluency in English is required, while proficiency in French and Spanish is desirable. Candidates should be able to communicate effectively in English, with additional language skills being an asset that can enhance collaboration and communication within diverse teams.

Additional Notes:
The position is classified as an Associate level role (ICS 07) and is a full-time staff position under a Fixed-Term Appointment (FTA). The contract duration is ongoing, and applications must be submitted before midnight Copenhagen time (CET) on the closing date. UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not request candidates to make payments during the recruitment process. The organization is committed to diversity and equal employment opportunities, encouraging applications from underrepresented groups. Background checks are conducted for all final candidates to ensure compliance with organizational standards.