Senior Analyst, Internal Audit and Internal Control Compliance

POSITION SUMMARY:

• Performs professional internal auditing work as a key component of the corporate governance structure.
• Assist to perform audit programs including performance, financial and compliance audit projects, with particular emphasis on compliance audits.
• Maintains organizational and professional ethical standards.
• Works independently with extensive latitude for initiative and independent judgement.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assisting the Manager or above, in ensuring the Group’s system of internal control related to financial reporting, operational and compliance control objectives is designed and operating effectively.
• Assists with identifying any key compliance risks and weaknesses and recommend enhanced procedures to improve operational efficiency and control.
• Executes the audit programs for the audit of gaming operations based on regulations issued by the Cyprus Gaming Commission and Melco policies and procedures together with the instructions and guidance from the Manager or above in charge.
• Assists in coordinating the external audit review of internal controls over financial reporting as applicable/required.
• Performs testing of internal controls and evaluate results and related remediation activities.
• Performs special reviews and investigations on internal audit and internal control compliance issues as required.
• Assists with preparing draft reports and recommendations to audit findings identified to Manager or above in charge for review and discussion.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:

• Completes assigned work to the required professional standard within the time allocated
• Cooperation with team members

QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years internal or external audit experience, preferably gained from a Big 4 firm.
• Experience in performing understanding, testing, and evaluation of internal controls.
• Experience in gaming or hotels will be a distinct advantage

Education

• Degree holder in Finance, Accounting, Business or related disciplines
• ACA/ ACCA finalist/ member preferable

Skills / Competencies

• Knowledge of performing duties on risk-assessed basis
• Knowledge of COSO model of internal control assessment is preferred
• Knowledge of IFRS reporting and SOX requirements.
• Good analytical, communication and interpersonal skills
• Result-oriented, self-motivated, detail-minded, able to work and manage projects independently and work as part of a team
• A creative, analytical and practical approach to resolving issues
• Ability to utilize appropriate operating systems and software applications to access data and generate reports
• Team working and guidance abilities to other team members