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Internal Auditor 01/2011 - current
Faysalbank, Karachi, Sind Pakistan
Industry: Financial Services
Knowledgeable in carrying out an independent appraisal of the effectiveness of the policies, procedures and standards by which organization's strategic, financial, operational and information resources are managed; acting as a facilitator in business risk management and carrying out value for money reviews, thereby assisting the Management and the Board in discharging their responsibilities effectively.
• Conduct Audits with reference to compliance with policies & procedures of the Organization and with the Prudential Regulations. • Assessment of control environment, identify high potential risk areas and make recommendations for streamlining and improvements in the existing Internal Control System. • Examined and evaluated the information systems across the organization; recommending controls to ensure system reliability, business continuity, data security and integrity. • Develop and update risk based audit programs. • Expediting the rectification of exceptions by performing periodic follow-ups and performing re-testing where appropriate. • Assist senior management of the internal audit in developing and maintaining risk based audit policies and procedures. • Assisted in the development of Internal Quality Assurance and Improvement Program (QAIP) and coordinated with the Regional Group Audit team during the course of External QA of the Department. • Prepare Management Information Reports for Senior Management and Audit Committee--
Auditor- GIA 01/2008 - 12/2010
RBS, Karachi, Sind Pakistan
Industry: Financial Services
Knowledgeable in carrying out an independent appraisal of the effectiveness of the policies, procedures and standards by which organization's strategic, financial, operational and information resources are managed; acting as a facilitator in business risk management and carrying out value for money reviews, thereby assisting the Management and the Board in discharging their responsibilities effectively.
Supported Regional Audit Management in acting as a trusted advisor on key strategic initiatives, highlighting areas of risk, through effective reporting and quality discussion in a timely and effective manner. • Assisted Regional Audit Management in the development and maintenance of risk based audit plan and engagement work programs according to Group Internal Audit Methodology. Conducted kick-off meetings with Audit Team before the commencement of audit assignments. • Conducted opening and closing meetings with Audit Sponsors. Developed Audit Scoping Documents, Terms of Reference, Process maps, and documenting audit evidences and preparing Audit Reports for review and approval by Regional Audit Partner. • Ensured timely implementation of action plans against audit findings through periodic follow-ups and performed retesting for significant findings. • Prepared monthly and quarterly reporting for Audit Committee and Regional Management of GIA. • Completed audit assignments according to Global Policy Framework standards of RBS Group along with the applicable prudential regulations of the Central Bank, consistent with International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) for the Professional Practices of Internal Auditing and Auditing Standards by PCAOB. Performed testing for determining the adequacy and effectiveness of controls in compliance with Sarbanes Oxley 404 and COSO Internal Control Framework and review of Business Function’s Control Self Assessment Matrix. • Involved in audits of Financial Reporting, Accounts Payable, Management Reporting, Asset Management, Compliance, Risk Management, Retail Business and Facilities Management according to the approved audit plan. • Coordinated with other assurance service providers to ensure risk based coverage of Audit Universe. • Maintained respectful and effective communication with management and staff of areas under review.--

IMA 06/2004 - 04/2008
, , United States
Degree: Professional Degree
Major:Accounting & Finance
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