About the Department

The Internal Audit function at the MFSA is an independent and forward‑looking function that helps shape a stronger and more resilient Authority. The function has the authority and visibility needed to understand how the MFSA works end‑to‑end and to influence meaningful change. Guided by its Charter, Internal Audit provides advisory and assurance services that enhance governance, support innovation and contribute to the MFSA’s mission of safeguarding Malta’s financial system. Internal Auditors work closely with teams across the Authority, using a risk‑based and collaborative approach to drive continuous improvement.

About the Role

The role plays a key part in strengthening organisational effectiveness and resilience, working closely with teams across the business to provide insights, enhance processes, and support informed decision-making in a collaborative environment. The responsibilities of the eventual appointee shall include the following:

Participating in risk-based advisory services and internal audit engagements in accordance with the annual audit plan, as well as assisting with other internal audit matters and projects;
Preparing and presenting reports that reflect the results of an audit and document process;
Exhibiting the highest level of professional objectivity in gathering, evaluating and communicating information about the activity or process being examined;
Conducting risk assessment of assigned function within established/required timeline;
Maintaining open communication with management and Audit and Risk committee;
Monitoring and assessing the implementation status of agreed audit recommendations and report thereon to the Head of Internal Audit;
Conducting ad hoc investigations into identified or reported risks;
Engaging in continuous knowledge development regarding the Global Internal Audit Standards, best practices and methodologies;

Undertake any other duties as assigned by the Head and/or as may be required by the MFSA from time to time based on the exigencies of the Authority.

About you

You are in possession of an academic qualification in a relevant field of study at National Qualification Framework Level 6 or better, duly certified by the Malta Qualifications Recognition Information Centre (MQRIC) or a widely recognised professional qualification at a comparable level in Accounting, Auditing, Finance, Management, or in another related area of study.

You also possess a minimum of three (3) years working experience in a role in Audit or a related field.

If you do not have the necessary academic or professional qualifications but you have at least seven (7) years of relevant experience in a related area, we would still be interested in speaking with you.

Skills & Competencies:

Analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills with sound regulatory judgment;
High level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability;
Eager to learn and make use of data analytical tools such as Power BI, Excel, Power Query, or other business intelligence platforms.

Other Important Information

The MFSA is an Equal Opportunities Employer as certified by the NCPE (National Commission for the Protection of Equality) and is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and will take care to avoid any form of discrimination in its recruitment procedures. The MFSA reserves the right to withdraw this call at any time and not to select any of the Candidates.

It is the responsibility of applicants in possession of qualifications awarded by Universities and other similar institutions outside Malta to produce a recognition statement on comparability of qualifications issued by the Malta Qualifications Recognition Information Centre (MQRIC). Applicants should do so preferably at application stage or otherwise at the preliminary interview should an applicant be selected for such interview. Details can be obtained by accessing the National Commission for Further and Higher Education website on www.ncfhe.gov.mt under MQRIC heading.

The MFSA shall ensure that any processing of personal data is in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (General Data Protection Regulation), the Data Protection Act (Chapter 586 of the Laws of Malta) and any other relevant European Union and national law. For further details, you may refer to the Data Protection Policy on the MFSA webpage www.mfsa.mt. Candidates are to note that the submission of any false statement/s or omission, even if unintended, may lead to the cancellation of their application and may render the candidate's appointment liable to termination.

Furthermore, please note that candidates may be asked to submit any documentation in support of the information provided, including but not limited to, proof of qualifications and Police Conduct Certificates.

Public Call Permit: 1038/2025

Internal Auditor

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