Internal Audit Junior - Newmont Mining Corporation

Newmont is the world’s leading gold company and a producer of copper, silver, zinc and lead. The Company’s world-class portfolio of assets, prospects and talent is anchored in favourable mining jurisdictions in Africa, Australia, Latin America & Caribbean, North America, and Papua New Guinea. Newmont is the only gold producer listed in the S&P 500 Index and is widely recognized for its principled environmental, social and governance practices. The Company is an industry leader in value creation, supported by robust safety standards, superior execution and technical proficiency. Newmont was founded in 1921 and has been publicly traded since 1925.

At Newmont, people create the value in the metals we mine and are ambassadors in the communities where they live and work. As a team, we foster an environment in support of our people vision, where everyone belongs, thrives and is valued. We have built a diverse and inclusive workplace where our people can bring their differences to support delivering results together.

Our Africa operations employ approximately 5,900 employees and contractors, with the majority working at the Ahafo Mine. We offer an unparalleled blend of opportunity and career satisfaction with all the benefits you would expect from a global company. This, combined with our growth opportunities, makes Newmont a great company to work for.

Our Akyem and Ahafo mines have made significant sustainable community development investments in our host communities. These include establishing Development Funds at our Akyem and Ahafo operational areas with each mine contributing US$1 per ounce of gold sold and 1% of net pre-tax annual profit into its community development fund.

Join us and unearth your potential in a global company that is at the forefront of shaping the future of the mining industry.

About This Role

• To audit the activities of various departments and entities of the Company to determine adherence to established plans, policies, procedures and good business practices.
• Fulfil team leader role on audits with direct supervision and continuous review and monitoring from an Internal Audit Manager, Internal Audit Supervisor or Team Leader.

In This Role You Will

Under general supervision, performs the following functions:

• Perform assignments requiring understanding and application of audit principles, practices and concepts.
• Review transactions, document, records, reports, processes, and procedures and prepare audit work papers, recording and summarizing data.
• Discuss audit findings with the appropriate level of operating personnel to verify facts and obtain background information to support conclusions.
• Assist as requested with the summarization of audit findings and the preparation of formal audit reports.

Scope Of Assignments Can Include

• Audit the financial and statistical data of various departments, divisions and locations of the Company in order to verify accuracy.
• Audit the activities of various departments for compliance with established plans policies, procedures and applicable regulations.
• Document, assess and test internal controls surrounding financial reporting in order to ensure compliance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
• Implement internal controls to ensure proper financial reporting and adherence to Company policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.
• Determine proper accountability of assets through physical count, inventory reviews and confirmations.
• Audit operational processes, consult with clients, and assist clients in making the process more effective.
• Partner with clients to identify constructive and value-added solution to address issues identified.
• Perform or assist in the performance of special assignments requested by management.
• Comply with the Standards for Professional Practice of Internal Auditing, published by the Institute of Internal Auditors.

Knowledge

Training & Experience:

• B.S degree in Accounting, Finance or Administration no previous experience required.

Experience

• Two years working experience in a related flied.
• Work experience with a Mining Company or similar industry is an advantage.
• Appreciable knowledge in the accounting or auditing may be an advantage.

Skills And Abilities

• Most important competencies:
  • build effective working relationships.
  • impact and influence.
  • lead through vision and values.
  • Effective communication.

Working Conditions

• Position is located in the Accra Hub.