Internal Audit Officer | NBS top of page HOME PERSONAL BUSINESS ABOUT US CONTACT More Use tab to navigate through the menu items. EziNet Login < Back Internal Audit Officer Apia, Samoa Department Location Closing Date Internal Audit Main HQ Friday, 31 July 2026 at 4:30:00 pm GMT+13 DOWNLOAD About the Role The mandate of the Internal Audit Department is to assist the Management and the Board in ensuring that nbs is managed effectively, efficiently, and economically and in conformity with the applicable regulations and rules, and to provide independent and objective assurance, advice, insight, and foresight through performing internal audits, evaluations and other oversight assignments as appropriate. Job Description The Internal Audit Officer is expected to work independently and is responsible for the quality of the work produced and ensure audit assignments allocated are performed effectively and satisfactorily. However, the Internal Auditor will review the conclusions reached and the recommendations made by the incumbent. Requirements Key Responsibilities Conduct audits of sensitive and complex nature covering major business units, operations and bank systems; To implement audit programmes and perform audit assignments as allocated under the Audit Plan effectively and efficiently; Conduct audit assignments of key risk areas as identified in the nbs Risk Register; Conduct monthly audit of loan files to ensure compliance with policies and effective implementation of processes; To perform audit assignments within a timely manner and recommend constructive action to improve systems on internal control; Discuss with Internal Auditor plan for audit assignments to ensure objectives are achieved; Prepare reports about audit assignments and ensure comments from respective Managers are received in a timely manner; Conduct follow-up on audit assignments to ensure course of actions is being implemented and monitored; Attend any special investigation directed and reported as required in a timely manner; Conduct periodic cash counts of all branches (including Savaii) and main branch; Conduct periodic checks of payroll and staff files to ensure filing and records are properly maintained and updated; Assist in inspection and verification of fixed assets; Provide support to Internal Auditor to ensure the annual plan of the department is implemented effectively; Conduct periodic check of income and expenses for accuracy and completeness of processes; Assist in staff training as required; Preparation of audit budgets and plans for the effective use of resources; Any other duties as directed from time to time. Core Competencies/Skills and Abilities Professionalism: In depth technical knowledge in the field of internal audit, risk management and internal control. Thorough knowledge of planning and conducting audits in accordance with the IIA Standards. Demonstrated professional competence and integrity. Ability to perform in depth analysis of business processes and systems using data analytics and presenting results in a strategic manner. Demonstrated business acumen and strategic thinking, internal outlook, character and integrity. Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decisions. Communication: Excellent communication to prepare reports to present audit findings, conclusions and recommendations effectively and adequately. Speaks and writes clearly and effectively, listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; tailors language, tone, style and format to portrait professionalism and maintain confidentiality of audit findings. Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priori