✨ AI Summary
The Internal Audit Manager will be responsible for developing and executing the annual internal audit plan, leading the audit team, and evaluating the effectiveness of internal controls, policies, and procedures. This role involves identifying improvement opportunities, conducting audits across various departments (Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, HR, Commercial), assessing business risks, and providing recommendations to strengthen governance and controls. The manager will prepare audit reports, present findings to senior management, and follow up on corrective actions. A Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or Business Administration, with 10+ years of experience in Internal Audit and leadership experience, is required. Strong knowledge of internal controls, governance, risk management, and compliance, along with excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, are essential. Experience in developing risk-based audit plans and control frameworks is also a must. Previous experience in a large corporate/industrial/FMCG environment is preferred, as are professional certifications like CIA, CPA, ACCA, or CISA.
Requirements
· Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.· 10+ years of experience in Internal Audit, preferably with leadership experience.· Strong experience in developing risk-based audit plans and control frameworks.· Previous experience in a large corporate/industrial / FMCG environment is preferred.· Strong knowledge of internal controls, governance, risk management, and compliance.· Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills.· Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.· Professional certification is preferred (CIA, CPA, ACCA, CISA).
Description
· Develop and execute the annual internal audit plan based on risk assessment and business priorities.· Lead and manage the internal audit team, ensuring high-quality audit execution.· Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, policies, procedures, and compliance frameworks.· Identify operational, financial, and process improvement opportunities.· Conduct audits across departments, including Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, HR, and Commercial functions.· Assess business risks and provide recommendations to strengthen governance and controls.· Prepare comprehensive audit reports and present findings to Senior Management / Audit Committee.· Follow up on corrective actions and ensure timely closure of audit observations.· Support fraud risk assessment and investigation activities when required.· Ensure alignment with professional internal audit standards and best practices.· Partner with business leaders to enhance processes and improve operational effectiveness.