Finance Audit Officer
Salary not disclosedPosted 11 days ago
Closes in 2 days
About the company
Air Terminal Services Fiji is an aviation ground handling company operating out of Nadi. It supports airline and airport operations, and maintains internal control, risk, and compliance functions to uphold operational integrity and safety standards.
About the role
This role independently manages and executes risk management, audit, and compliance functions across aviation ground handling operations. It operates as a second-line assurance function, kept separate from Internal Audit and independent of operational management. The role owns the Enterprise Risk Management framework and enterprise-wide risk register, evaluates internal controls, and tracks compliance with aviation regulations including IATA (ISAGO) and ICAO (Annex 19) standards. It prepares risk and compliance reports for senior management and the Board, escalates high-risk issues, and conducts investigations into compliance breaches and control failures.
Key responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and continuously improve the Enterprise Risk Management framework.
- Establish and maintain an enterprise-wide risk register with clearly defined risk owners.
- Facilitate structured risk assessments across all departments.
- Independently evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and operational procedures.
- Identify control gaps and recommend risk-based improvements.
- Monitor and report on the implementation of corrective actions.
- Conduct compliance reviews and thematic risk assessments (non-audit assurance activities).
- Prepare timely, accurate risk and compliance reports for senior management and the Board.
About the successful candidate
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Aviation Management, Risk Management, or a related field.
- Professional certification (IIA, CPA, or equivalent) preferred.
- Minimum five (5) years' relevant experience in audit, risk, compliance, or aviation operations.
- Strong understanding of aviation regulatory frameworks, including IATA standards (e.g., ISAGO) and ICAO requirements.
- Knowledge of Enterprise Risk Management frameworks and internal control systems.
- Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to operate independently and exercise sound professional judgment.
- Excellent communication, reporting, and stakeholder engagement skills.