Principal Auditor - Data Analytics & IT

Job Purpose

• Lead the Internal Audit Department’s Data Analytics function, focusing on continuous control monitoring and automation.
• Manage IT and SAP audit engagements, supervise analysts, and coordinate with stakeholders on technology-related audits.
• Recommend corrective actions to improve operational efficiency and support business objectives.
• Oversee daily activities of the Internal Audit Department in alignment with corporate strategy and audit goals.
• Conduct ad-hoc audit assignments as requested by the Chief Internal Audit Officer (CIAO).
• Perform investigations into fraud or policy breaches at the direction of the CIAO.
  
  
  

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the Internal Audit Department’s Data Analytics initiatives, focusing on continuous control monitoring and automation.
• Maintain and optimize audit software (e.g., TeamMate), ensuring structured workflows, data integrity, and audit traceability.
• Develop advanced analytics models using tools like SQL and Python to enhance risk detection and trend analysis.
• Supervise the DA team fostering innovation and embedding data-driven approaches into audit execution.
• Collaborate with internal teams and senior leadership to align analytics insights with strategic audit priorities.
• Structure and position the Internal Audit function in line with international standards, including charter development and organizational levelling.
• Oversee IT and SAP audits in coordination with external service providers, while guiding internal audit teams on technical scope, compliance frameworks (e.g., SOX, ISO27001), and risk coverage.
• Conduct investigations and ad-hoc reviews as directed by the CIAO or Board, providing independent assurance on internal controls, governance, and compliance.
• Develop and execute audit programs leveraging data analytics, ensuring timely delivery of reports and alignment with the approved audit plan.
  
  
  

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant Field required
• Minimum 15 years of Data Analytics, Internal Audit or Technology Audit work experience including 5 years in a Leadership role.
• Proven Industry specific Audit expertise (e.g. Oil & Gas, Manufacturing) focused on Analytics for Risk Management.
  
  
  

Job Requirement

Business Planning and Performance Measurement

Corporate Compliance

Corporate Audit - Communication

Corporate Audit - Professional Development

Corporate Audit - Reporting

Corporate Audit - Strategy

Corporate Audit Risk Control and Governance

Corporate Audits

Corporate Governance

Stakeholder Management

Corporate Reporting - Internal

Financial Risk Management

Internal Control

Management of Corporate Audits

Reports for Government Agencies

Risk Assessment & Management

Process Improvement & Optimization

Data Analytics and Visualization

Automated Controls Testing

Certifications

Certificate:

• Master’s Degree is preferred Mandatory Certificates including CISA, Data Analytics Professional; CIA or CPA is preferred.
  
  
  

Skills

Physical Requirements