PKF St. Kitts and Nevis is seeking a suitable person to fill the position of SENIOR INTERNAL CONTROLS SPECIALIST on our team.
Overview of Firm
PKF St. Kitts and Nevis is a leading provider of business services, audit, tax, advisory and outsourcing services to clients locally and internationally. We are a member firm of PKF International with offices in over 440 cities and 150 countries worldwide.
Our firm upholds a strong commitment to the core values of passion, teamwork, quality, integrity, and clarity. We create a positive workplace setting which has cultivated talent through offering opportunities, mentorship and training.
Role Summary
Join our team as a Senior Internal Controls Specialist to support the delivery of internal audit services to a diverse client base, focusing on evaluating and strengthening internal control environments. This role combines deep expertise in internal controls with practical audit execution, ensuring clients meet regulatory requirements, mitigate risks, and enhance operational efficiency.
Operating within a professional services firm, the specialist leads internal audit engagements, provides control advisory services, and collaborates with client stakeholders to implement sustainable control improvements. All work is performed in accordance with Global Internal Audit Standards, COSO and other relevant frameworks.
Responsibilities:
· Lead and execute internal audit engagements, including planning, fieldwork, and reporting, tailored to each client’s risk profile and industry.
· Design and assess internal control frameworks across financial, operational, and compliance areas.
· Conduct risk assessments to identify key control areas and develop audit scopes and programs accordingly.
· Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls and provide actionable recommendations for improvement.
· Prepare high-quality audit reports that clearly communicate control deficiencies, risks, and remediation strategies.
· Support clients in implementing control enhancements and monitor progress on remediation plans.
· Provide advisory services on control design during system implementations, process changes, or regulatory updates.
· Ensure all work is performed in compliance with professional standards and firm policies.
Skills and attributes
· Strong understanding of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO) and audit methodologies.
· Excellent analytical, communication, and client management skills.
· Proficiency in audit tools, data analytics, and risk assessment techniques.
Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
· Qualified member of a professional accounting and internal audit body such as ACCA, CPA or CA and CIA
· Minimum of five to seven years of experience in internal audit or internal controls.
The remuneration package will be commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.
Applications should be submitted no later than 12 November 2025 to info@pkfkn.com.
Only applications for those candidates selected for interview will be acknowledged.