Audit Manager

Job Summary

The Audit Manager will lead the internal audit function, ensuring strong internal controls, inventory accuracy, financial integrity, and compliance with GMP and DRAP regulations. The role will oversee audits of Raw Material Stores (RMS), Finished Goods Stores (FGS), and Production Management Systems (PMS) to ensure stock accuracy, batch traceability, and risk mitigation.

Key Responsibilities

Audit Strategy & Leadership

• Develop and implement a comprehensive risk-based internal audit plan.
• Lead and supervise audit assignments across financial, operational, and compliance areas.
• Conduct and oversee periodic and surprise audits.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and recommend strategic improvements.
• Advise management on risk mitigation and governance best practices.
• Build and strengthen the internal audit framework and SOPs.

Inventory & Production Oversight

• Oversee audits of Raw Material Stores (RMS), including stock verification, reconciliation, and control assessments.
• Lead audits of Finished Goods Stores (FGS) to ensure physical vs. system stock accuracy.
• Review Production Management System (PMS) records, batch documentation, and process compliance.
• Monitor material issuance, wastage reporting, stock adjustments, and production variances.
• Identify systemic discrepancies, fraud risks, and operational inefficiencies.
• Recommend improvements in inventory control mechanisms and warehouse management practices.

Financial & Process Governance

• Review financial records, vouchers, ledgers, and reconciliations.
• Assess procurement cycles, vendor payments, costing structures, and inventory valuation methods.
• Identify cost leakages, control weaknesses, and compliance gaps.
• Ensure adherence to SOPs, internal policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Strengthen process controls to improve operational efficiency.

Reporting & Stakeholder Management

• Prepare comprehensive audit reports with risk ratings and actionable recommendations.
• Present audit findings to senior management and leadership.
• Monitor implementation of corrective actions and ensure timely closure.
• Maintain audit documentation and working papers in compliance with audit standards.
• Coordinate with external auditors when required.

Qualifications & Experience

• ACCA / CA / Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce.
• 6–10 years of progressive experience in internal audit, manufacturing audit, or inventory control.
• Proven experience auditing RMS, FGS, and production environments.
• Experience managing audit teams or leading audit assignments.
• Strong ERP and advanced MS Excel proficiency.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person