Internal Auditor

Job Description: Internal Auditor

Position Summary

The Internal Auditor is responsible for evaluating and improving the effectiveness of risk management, internal controls, and governance processes within the organization. This role ensures compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory standards while recommending improvements to enhance operational efficiency, internal controls and safeguard assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and report on internal audit assignments across departments & companies within Group.
• Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes.
• Identify control weaknesses, risks, and areas for improvement, and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Review financial records, operational processes, commercial and manufacturing processes and IT systems to detect fraud, errors, or inefficiencies.
• Prepare clear and concise audit reports with findings and recommendations for management.
• Follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations and corrective actions.
• Assist in developing the annual audit plan based on risk assessment.
• Provide advisory support to management for process improvement, policy updates and risk mitigation.
• Stay updated on changes in audit standards, regulations, and industry best practices.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field with (CPA, ACCA, CIA, or equivalent certification).
• Minimum 4 years proven experience in internal auditing, external auditing, or had worked in a reputable audit firm.
• Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks, risk management, and auditing standards.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Strong communication and report-writing abilities.
• High level of integrity, objectivity, and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in MS Office; knowledge of audit software/tools is an advantage.

Key Competencies

• Risk awareness and control mindset
• Analytical and investigative ability
• Ethical judgment, confidentiality and able to maintain high level of professional integrity
• Ability to work independently and in teams with tight timelines
• Strong interpersonal, communication and stakeholder management skills

Work Location: In person