Branch Audit Lead

ASA Microfinance Bank (Pakistan) Limited; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

ASA Microfinance Bank (Pakistan) Limited seeks an experienced internal auditor to perform assignments in line with the approved monthly plan and collaborate on annual risk-based scheduling. The role emphasizes compliance with internal standards, evaluation of controls, and risk identification across financial and operational processes.

The successful candidate will lead entry and exit meetings, document findings, and ensure timely corrective actions while staying updated on regulatory

Responsibilities

• Execute audit assignments in accordance with the approved monthly audit plan.
• Coordinate with supervisors in execution of the annual risk-based audit plan and assist in finalization of monthly audit schedules.
• Ensure compliance with internal audit standards, policies, and procedures throughout all phases of the audit process.
• Review, document, evaluate, and test internal controls and systems to assess adequacy, effectiveness, reliability of information, regulatory compliance, and safeguarding of assets.
• Analyze, verify, compute, and interpret financial and operational data to identify control gaps and operational risks.
• Conduct entry meetings with auditee management to discuss audit scope, objectives, and execution approach.
• Arrange and participate in exit meetings with auditee management to communicate audit observations, minimize gaps in understanding, and ensure timely corrective actions.
• Escalate significant audit findings, control weaknesses, and risk matters to Manager Branch Audit on a timely basis.
• Prepare, maintain, and preserve audit documentation including working papers, audit programs, supporting evidence, permanent and current files, circulars, minutes of meetings, and official memorandums for supervisory review.
• Participate in departmental meetings and contribute towards discussions on audit issues, risk management, and process improvements.
• Remain updated on regulatory requirements, banking systems, business processes, and evolving control environments.
• Ensure adherence to ethical standards, professional conduct, and Internal Audit Manual requirements.
• Stay abreast of changes in the regulatory framework, industry practices, and emerging risks relevant to the banking sector.
• Perform any additional assignments, projects, or responsibilities assigned by Manager Branch Audit, and Senior Management.

Job description

ASA Microfinance Bank (Pakistan) Limited seeks an experienced internal auditor to perform assignments in line with the approved monthly plan and collaborate on annual risk-based scheduling. The role emphasizes compliance with internal standards, evaluation of controls, and risk identification across financial and operational processes.

The successful candidate will lead entry and exit meetings, document findings, and ensure timely corrective actions while staying updated on regulatory