Senior Asset Verification Clerk

Job Description/Key Responsibilities

Under the general direction of the Internal Audit Supervisor, the incumbent will be responsible for supporting Internal Audit assignments across both technical and non-technical areas of the Company. They will examine records, systems, processes, physical assets and operational activities to identify control weaknesses, verify compliance and support recommendations for improvement. The position will also assist with field inspections, fixed asset and inventory verification, investigations and other audit assignments as required.

Key Responsibility Areas

• Assist the Internal Audit Supervisor in carrying out the approved audit plan and in evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls across the Company.
• Perform audit work in both technical and non-technical areas, including Generation, Transmission & Distribution, Metering, Stores/Inventory, Fixed Assets, Finance, Customer Services and other operational or administrative areas as assigned.
• Conduct periodic and ongoing checks of records, documents, transactions and systems to determine compliance with approved procedures, policies, standards and internal controls.
• Conduct physical verification of fixed assets, inventory, equipment and other Company property; agree items to records and supporting documents; and report discrepancies, missing items, unrecorded items or other exceptions.
• Assist with technical verification activities, including field inspections and checks relating to metering, generation, electrical equipment, maintenance activities and other technical operations, where assigned and within the employee’s competence.
• Assist with non-technical audit activities, including examination of financial and administrative records, reconciliations, approvals, supporting documents, data and other evidence required for audit testing.
• Participate in field visits and inspections at Company locations to obtain audit evidence and verify that reported activities, assets and works can be substantiated.
• Assist in carrying out investigations into loss, theft, misuse or irregular handling of Company property and other matters referred to Internal Audit.
• Prepare clear working papers, schedules and summaries of audit work performed, including the condition identified, supporting evidence and proposed recommendations.
• Submit findings and work completed to the Internal Audit Supervisor/Audit Officer for review and follow-up.
• Maintain strict confidentiality, integrity and objectivity in relation to information obtained during audit assignments and investigations.
• Work across the Technical and Non-Technical Audit functions as required, thereby maintaining sufficient exposure to both areas and supporting continuity of audit coverage.
• Promote the sharing of good practices across the Company and perform other duties within the scope of the position as assigned by an Authorized Officer.

COMPETENCY PROFILE:

• Good Interpersonal Skill
• Must be able to use logic and reasoning to solve problems
• Ability to do critical thinking
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel
• Must have mathematical abilities
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationship
• Excellent interpersonal and customer oriented skills
• Ability to proof read giving attention to details

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Six (6) subjects CSEC inclusive of Mathematics and English Language Grades(I-II) with at least three (3) years relevant experience. Certificate Accounting Technician (CAT) qualification will be an asset, along with working knowledge of Microsoft Suite.
• Note: The position may be filled from either a technical or non-technical/audit background provided the candidate has the required level of education and relevant experience.