Internal Audit Associate

AKM Global is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Internal Audit Associate to join its Risk Advisory & Internal Audit team. The role involves supporting internal audit assignments, evaluating business processes and internal controls, identifying operational and compliance risks, and assisting clients in enhancing their governance frameworks.

This position offers an excellent opportunity to work across diverse industries and gain exposure to risk management, process improvement, and compliance assessments.

Key Responsibilities

Internal Audit & Risk Assessment

• Assist in planning and execution of internal audit engagements.
• Conduct walkthroughs of business processes and document process flows.
• Evaluate the design and effectiveness of internal controls.
• Perform testing of financial, operational, and compliance controls.
• Identify process gaps, control weaknesses, and potential risk areas.

Compliance & Governance

• Review adherence to company policies, SOPs, and applicable regulations.
• Support regulatory and compliance reviews across various functions.
• Assist in evaluating governance and risk management frameworks.

Audit Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare audit workpapers and maintain proper audit documentation.
• Draft audit observations, findings, and recommendations.
• Assist in preparing audit reports for management and clients.
• Track implementation of audit recommendations and corrective actions.

Data Analysis & Process Improvement

• Analyze operational and financial data to identify trends and exceptions.
• Support process improvement initiatives and control enhancement recommendations.
• Utilize Excel and other analytical tools to perform audit testing.

Stakeholder Management

• Coordinate with client teams and process owners to gather information.
• Participate in discussions regarding audit observations and remediation plans.
• Build strong professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders.