Chief Internal Auditor

Aramco Trading Americas

Houston, TX - Full Time

Position Overview:

Aramco Trading Americas (ATA) is seeking a Chief Internal Audit Officer to develop and manage a comprehensive program of internal auditing in accordance with the Institute of Internal Auditors standards in addition to internal Audit Committee guidance. The Chief Internal Audit Officer will ensure conformance with the internal audit standards, plans, budgets, and schedules, as well as, assist the Company in accomplishing its strategic and operational objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Lead internal auditing activities in the Company, specifically in Operations, IT and Information Security activities of the Company.
• Plan and execute audits in accordance with internal audit standards.
• Assign staff to audit tasks within the assigned area(s) and develop audit schedules.
• Arrange with the operational management areas of review for the performance of audits.
• Review and approve the purpose, scope, and audit program of each audit area.
• Counsel and guide auditors to see that the approved audit objectives are met, and that adequate, practical coverage is achieved.
• Review audit work papers developed by the Auditor in Charge and carry out general review of other working papers and wrap up audit files for the review of Chief Internal Audit Officer.
• Review and edit audit reports and, in arrangement with the Auditor in Charge, discuss the reports with the appropriate operational management.
• Develop proposals, to the Chief Internal Auditor, for recruiting, selecting, training, evaluating, and supervising of staff auditors.
• Identify factors causing deficient conditions and recommend courses of action to improve the conditions, including special surveys and audits, as appropriate.
• Follow up corrective action plans taken by operational management in response to the audit reports findings and recommendations.
• Enable for a flow of communication from operating management to the Chief Internal Audit Officer.
• Participate in fraud investigations, if required or requested.
• Coordinate audit efforts with the External Auditors, as appropriate.
• Build constructive relationships with operating management and ensure a partnering relationship with the respective functions/ departments.
• Proactively provide inputs in the development of company’s audit plan and improvements in methods enhancements.

Non-Audit Activities:

• Assist in non-audit assignments/ tasks, as requested and provide deliverables within the agreed timeline and with highest level of quality standards.
• Provide effective leadership and constructive feedback, where relevant to team members based on objective assessments and reviews.
• Proactively assist in enhancing Internal Audit’s governance, infrastructure and processes, as appropriate.

Governance and Resilience:

• Actively contribute/ assist in in enhancing the reputation of internal audit, its infrastructure, methodologies and processes.
• Contribute to the identification of opportunities for continuous improvement of processes and practices, work processes, cost effectiveness, and productivity enhancement.
• Actively promote within the organization, the proper implementation and adherence to policies, procedures, processes, and instructions.
• Provide support to the department in enhancing awareness within the organization, on new trends in business and technology, emerging risks, new compliance requirements and legislative trends, and other audit related issues.

Experience and Qualifications Required:

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, Engineering, or other business-related field.
• Professional certification such as the CIA, CPA, CFA, or other certificates of equal caliber.
• More than 10 years of work experience in accounting, auditing, compliance, or related fields (experience with energy trading is preferred)
• Ability to execute concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to establish strong working relationships at all levels of the organization.

Excellent critical and analytical thinking, written and oral communication, and organizational skills.