Audit Officer

First Mortgage Investment Limited is a leading financial services firm specialising in residential and commercial mortgage investments. We pride ourselves on integrity, innovation, and a commitment to excellence. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Internal Auditor to join our dynamic team.

As an Internal Auditor, you will play a key role in ensuring the effectiveness of our internal controls, risk management, and governance processes. You will conduct independent audits, assess compliance with policies and regulations, and provide actionable recommendations to enhance operational efficiency. This is a permanent full-time position and you are required to work 40 hours per week during normal business hours.

Key Responsibilities:

Audit Planning & Execution

• Develop and execute risk-based internal audit plans in alignment with organisational objectives and regulatory requirements.

• Conduct financial, operational, and compliance audits across departments, including mortgage underwriting, loan servicing, and corporate functions.

• Perform process walkthroughs, document workflows, and assess control design effectiveness.

Risk Assessment & Control Evaluation

• Identify and evaluate key risks within business processes, including credit, operational, and fraud risks.

• Test the effectiveness of internal controls and recommend enhancements to mitigate risks.

• Assess compliance with company policies, industry regulations

Reporting & Communication

• Prepare detailed audit reports summarising findings, root causes, and actionable recommendations.

• Present audit results to senior management with clear, data-driven insights.

• Track and follow up on management action plans to ensure timely remediation of audit issues.

Fraud & Special Investigations

• Assist in fraud risk assessments and investigations related to irregularities or misconduct.

• Work with legal and compliance teams on whistleblower cases or regulatory inquiries

Continuous Improvement & Advisory

• Provide advisory support to management on process improvements, cost efficiencies, and risk mitigation strategies.

• Stay updated on emerging risks, regulatory changes, and best practices in internal auditing and mortgage lending.

• Support external auditors and regulators during financial audits and examinations.

Qualifications & Experience

• At least a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field. OR

• At least 3+ years of internal audit experience, preferably in financial services or mortgage lending.

• Strong understanding of risk management, internal controls, and regulatory compliance.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Proficiency in audit software and the Microsoft Office Suite.