Internal Audit & Compliance Specialist

SUMMA Turizm Yatırımcılığı A.Ş

Summa Group is a dynamic and diversified international group of companies of which operationally spread to 4 continents and 11 countries since 1989. As an international contractor, Summa is declared as the 123rd largest company in the world in the field of international construction contracting by ENR. We are looking for Internal Audit & Compliance Specialist at Head Office in Istanbul.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field. A master's degree or professional certification (such as CIA, CPA, or CISA) is often preferred,
• At least  2 years of work experience, preferably in internal audit department, especially in a multinational and diversified organization and/or Big4,
• Prior experience in a leadership or managerial role within internal audit,
• Excellent command of English, both written and orally,
• Ability to use MS Office, ERP systems and databases,
• Strong knowledge of internal audit principles, practices, and methodologies,
• Ability to assess and mitigate risks effectively,
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills,
• Ability to communicate complex issues to various stakeholders,
• Ability to motivate and develop a high-performing team,
• Strong reporting and presentation skills, analytical thinking, attention to detail and solution-oriented to assess complex situations and develop effective solutions,
• Up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards,
• Commitment to maintaining the highest ethical standards and integrity,
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Develop and execute risk-based audit plans to assess and evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls,
• Conduct internal audits to identify areas of improvement and make recommendations for enhancing processes,
• Ensure audits are conducted in accordance with industry standards and regulatory requirements,
• Assess and identify potential risks to the organization's assets, reputation, and operations,
• Develop and implement strategies to mitigate identified risks,
• Prepare comprehensive audit reports for management, highlighting findings, recommendations, and management responses,
• Communicate audit results and recommendations to key stakeholders, including senior management and the board of directors,
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards,
• Keep abreast of changes in regulations and update internal audit processes accordingly,
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiency within the organization,
• Recommend and implement best practices for internal audit processes,
• Provide leadership to the internal audit team, overseeing their activities and ensuring alignment with the organization's goals,
• Manage and develop a high-performing internal audit team,
• Collaborate with other departments to promote a strong internal control environment.