Director of Internal Audit

Required Skills

The Director of Internal Audit must possess a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration, with a Master's degree preferred. A minimum of 10 years of experience in Internal Audit, External Audit, Risk Management, or Compliance is required, including at least 5 years in a managerial or leadership role. Experience in developing risk-based audit plans, leading complex audits, and reporting to executive management and Audit Committees is essential. Professional certifications such as CIA, CPA, SOCPA, ACCA, or CISA are preferred.

Job Title:Internal Audit DirectorDepartment:Internal AuditJob Summary:The Internal Audit Director is responsible for leading and managing the organization's internal audit function to provide independent and objective assurance on the effectiveness of governance, risk management, internal controls, and compliance processes. The role ensures that the company operates efficiently, complies with applicable regulations and policies, and mitigates operational, financial, and strategic risks.Key ResponsibilitiesInternal Audit Leadership:Develop and implement a risk-based annual internal audit plan.Lead, direct, and oversee all internal audit activities across the organization.Ensure audit engagements are performed in accordance with professional auditing standards and best practices.Provide independent assessments of the effectiveness of controls, processes, and governance frameworks.Risk Management & Internal Controls:Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal control systems.Assess operational, financial, strategic, and compliance risks.Recommend improvements to strengthen controls and mitigate risks.Monitor and report on emerging risks that may impact business objectives.Compliance & Corporate Governance:Ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and applicable laws.Support the Audit Committee and senior management on governance-related matters.Evaluate adherence to corporate governance principles and ethical standards.Monitor compliance programs and identify areas of improvement.Audit Execution & Reporting:Review audit findings and prepare comprehensive audit reports.Present audit results, risk exposures, and recommendations to senior management and the Audit Committee.Track corrective action plans and ensure timely resolution of audit findings.Conduct special audits, investigations, and fraud risk assessments when required.Team Management:Lead, mentor, and develop the Internal Audit team.Establish performance objectives and monitor team effectiveness.Ensure continuous professional development and training of audit staff.Foster a culture of integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement.Stakeholder Management:Collaborate with department heads and business leaders to improve internal controls.Maintain effective working relationships with external auditors, regulators, and key stakeholders.Act as a trusted advisor to executive management regarding risk and control matters.QualificationsEducationBachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.Master's Degree (MBA, Finance, or Accounting) is preferred.Professional Certifications (Preferred)Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)Certified Public Accountant (CPA)SOCPAACCACertified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)Experience Requirements:Minimum 10 years of experience in Internal Audit, External Audit, Risk Management, Compliance, or related fields.At least 5 years in a managerial or leadership role.Proven experience in developing risk-based audit plans and leading complex audit engagements.Experience reporting to executive management and Audit Committees.Experience in large corporations, manufacturing, industrial, or diversified business groups is preferred.