Audit Supervisor Business & Administration Professionals
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Audit supervisors oversee audit staff, planning and reporting, and review the audit staff's automated audit work papers to ensure compliance with the company's methodology. They prepare reports, evaluate general auditing and operating practices, and communicate findings to the superior management.
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Where Do I Start?
International Financial Reporting Standards
The set of accounting standards and rules aimed at companies listed in the stock exchange which are required to publish and disclose their financial statements.
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Skills You Need to Become an Audit Supervisor
Essential Skills
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EssentialInternational Financial Reporting Standards knowledge
The set of accounting standards and rules aimed at companies listed in the stock exchange which are required to publish and disclose their financial statements.
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EssentialAudit Techniques knowledge
The techniques and methods that support a systematic and independent examination of data, policies, operations and performances using computer-assisted audit tools and techniques (CAATs) such as spreadsheets, databases, statistical analysis …
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EssentialFinancial Statements knowledge
The set of financial records disclosing the financial position of a company at the end of a set period or of the accounting year. The financial statements consisting of five …
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EssentialTax Legislation knowledge
Tax legislation applicable to a specific area of specialisation, such as import tax, government tax, etc.
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EssentialCorporate Law knowledge
The legal rules that govern how corporate stakeholders (such as shareholders, employees, directors, consumers, etc) interact with one another, and the responsibilities corporations have to their stakeholders.
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EssentialInternal Auditing knowledge
The practice of observing, testing, and evaluating in a systematic manner the processes of the organisation in order to improve effectivity, reduce risks, and add value to the organisation by …
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EssentialNational Generally Accepted Accounting Principles knowledge
The accounting standard accepted in a region or country specifying the rules and procedures to disclose financial data.
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EssentialAnalyse Financial Performance Of A Company skill
Based on accounts, records, financial statements and external information of the market, analyse the performance of the company in financial matters in order to identify improvement actions that could increase …
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EssentialCommunicate Problems To Senior Colleagues skill
Communicate and give feedback to senior colleagues in the event of problems or non-conformities.
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EssentialEnsure Continuous Preparedness For Audits skill
Ensure constant compliance with standards and requirements, such as keeping certifications up to date and monitoring activities to ensure correct procedures are followed, so that audits can occur smoothly and …
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EssentialInterpret Financial Statements skill
Read, understand, and interpret the key lines and indicators in financial statements. Extract the most important information from financial statements depending on the needs and integrate this information in the …
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EssentialObserve Confidentiality skill
Observe the set of rules establishing the nondisclosure of information except to another authorised person.
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EssentialPose Questions Referring To Documents skill
Revise and formulate questions in regards to documents in general. Investigate about the completeness, confidentiality measures, style of the document, and specific instructions to handle documents.
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EssentialPrepare Audit Activities skill
Prepare an audit plan including both pre-audits and certification audits. Communicate with the different processes in order to implement the improvement actions that lead to certification.
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EssentialPrepare Financial Auditing Reports skill
Compile information on audit findings of financial statements and financial management in order to prepare reports, point out improvement possibilities, and confirm governability.
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EssentialSupervise Staff skill
Oversee the selection, training, performance and motivation of staff.
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EssentialArrange Audit skill
Arrange a systematic examination of books, accounts, documents, and vouchers to ascertain how far the financial statements present a true and fair view, and to ensure that the books of …
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EssentialDevelop Audit Plan skill
Define all organisational tasks (time, place and order) and develop a checklist concerning the topics to be audited.
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OptionalEmployment Law knowledge
The law which mediates the relationship between employees and employers. It concerns employees' rights at work which are binding by the work contract.
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OptionalAccounting Department Processes knowledge
The different processes, duties, jargon, role in an organisation, and other specificities of the accounting department within an organisation such as bookkeeping, invoices, recording, and taxing.
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OptionalCompany Policies knowledge
The set of rules that govern the activity of a company.
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OptionalFinancial Department Processes knowledge
The different processes, duties, jargon, role in an organisation, and other specificities of the financial department within an organisation. Understanding of financial statements, investments, disclosing policies, etc.
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OptionalQuality Standards knowledge
The national and international requirements, specifications and guidelines to ensure that products, services and processes are of good quality and fit for purpose.
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OptionalAdhere To Organisational Guidelines skill
Adhere to organisational or department specific standards and guidelines. Understand the motives of the organisation and the common agreements and act accordingly.
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OptionalAdvise On Efficiency Improvements skill
Analyse information and details of processes and products in order to advise on possible efficiency improvements that could be implemented and would signify a better use of resources.
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OptionalAdvise On Financial Matters skill
Consult, advise, and propose solutions with regards to financial management such as acquiring new assets, incurring in investments, and tax efficiency methods.
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OptionalConduct Financial Audits skill
Evaluate and monitor the financial health, the operations and financial movements expressed in the financial statements of the company. Revise the financial records to ensure stewardship and governability.
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OptionalExecute Ict Audits skill
Organise and execute audits in order to evaluate ICT systems, compliance of components of systems, information processing systems and information security. Identify and collect potential critical issues and recommend solutions …
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OptionalFollow The Statutory Obligations skill
Understand, abide by, and apply the statutory obligations of the company in the daily performance of the job.
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OptionalMake Strategic Business Decisions skill
Analyse business information and consult directors for decision making purposes in a varied array of aspects affecting the prospect, productivity and sustainable operation of a company. Consider the options and …
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OptionalPerform Quality Audits skill
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OptionalAdhere To Questionnaires skill
Follow and ask the questions laid out in questionnaires when interviewing somebody.
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OptionalAdhere To Standard Procedures skill
Adhere to and follow the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
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OptionalAudit Contractors skill
Examine and document different industry contractors, in order to determine whether they comply with regulations and standards in relation to safety, environment and quality of design, construction and testing, etc.
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OptionalDesign Questionnaires skill
Study the objectives of the research and imprint those aims into the design and development of questionnaires.
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OptionalRevise Questionnaires skill
Read, analyse, and provide feedback on the accuracy and adequacy of questionnaires and their assessment fashion taking into account its purpose.
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