AUDIT 15 FUN

In this episode, Jim Grimes, a seasoned internal audit professional, shares his approach to identifying, mentoring, and empowering future leaders. He discusses leadership development, and knowing when to stop investing in someone's growth.

May is Internal Audit Awareness Month! Join Richard Chambers and Abbas Al Lawati as we discuss practical ways to promote internal audit awareness within your organization and beyond.

In this engaging discussion, Richard Chambers, an advocate for aligning internal audit with organizational goals, debates with Norman Marks, who contests the necessity of formal strategic plans. They delve into the importance of adaptability versus long-term planning in internal audits, exploring when strategy may hinder immediate action. The conversation reveals how technology, especially generative AI, is reshaping the profession, raising essential questions about risk management in a rapidly evolving landscape. Prepare for a thought-provoking take on the future of internal auditing!

Matej Drascek wrote an article on Purpose-Driven Internal Audit earlier this year. You can read it here: https://tinyurl.com/5ydhwsb7. His inspiration came from a conversation with Dr. Ahmed Shawky Mohamed. I found the article so thought-provoking that I invited Matej onto my podcast to discuss it further. We discussed what drives people's interest in the internal audit profession. What is his spark? What is YOUR spark?

Experts Harriet Richardson and Doron Ronen discuss aligning with new IIA Standards. Topics include CAG requirements, effective communication, action plans, challenges in small audit functions, and considerations for public sector auditors.

Explore the impact of new IIA standards on internal audit practices with Naji Fayad and Paul Sobel. Topics include ethics, professionalism, alignment with governance standards, and applying principle-based standards in different contexts. Learn how to enhance objectivity and independence in internal audits.

Have you heard of the five lines of accountability from OCEG? Or perhaps you're wondering what OCEG even is? Listen to Adrian Resag, Academic Director for OCEG, as he shares valuable insights on what this organization can offer internal auditors.

How do culture audits differ from HR surveys? What tangible benefits do they offer? These were the two questions posed to Linh Truong, author of The Seven Deadly Sins of Organizational Culture, and James Paterson, author of Beyond the Five Why's.

Yevgeniya Rossova, an expert on internal audit reporting, teams up with Mohamed Khattab, who navigates the intricacies of administrative reporting, and Aziz Fataliyev, who provokes deep thought on audit practices. They discuss whether internal audits should solely report to the board or if CEO/CFO oversight is viable. The conversation also highlights the challenges of managing auditor independence against the backdrop of administrative pressures, emphasizing the need for clear communication and proper organizational structures to enhance accountability.

Have you read the NACD 2024 Governance Outlook report. As an internal auditor, you should. It's what Board Directors care about in 2024. How can reconcile their needs with our work? Listen to Friso van der Oord, Senior VP of Content at NACD, for his insights on the topic!