Manager Internal Audit

Manager Internal Audit

Location: Karachi
Industry: Pharmaceutical

A well-established Karachi-based pharmaceutical company is seeking a Manager Internal Audit to strengthen its governance, risk management, and internal control environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute risk-based internal audits in line with annual audit plans
• Evaluate and improve internal control frameworks (COSO / SOX)
• Review financial and operational processes for compliance with IFRS / IAS
• Lead audit teams and supervise audit assignments end-to-end
• Prepare high-quality audit reports and present findings to senior management and the Board/Audit Committee
• Coordinate with external auditors and ensure timely closure of audit observations
• Assess ERP and IT controls, particularly in SAP-based environments

Education & Professional Qualifications

• Qualified CA (ICAP), ACCA, ICMA, or
• ACCA / MBA (Finance) with a 16-year degree from an HEC-recognized university
• CIA certification is highly preferred
• CISA will be an added advantage, especially for IT-focused audits

Experience

• 3–5 years of relevant professional experience
• At least 2–3 years in a managerial or senior supervisory role

Technical Competencies

• Strong command of risk-based auditing methodologies
• Hands-on experience with internal controls and compliance frameworks
• Sound knowledge of financial reporting standards (IFRS/IAS)
• Practical exposure to ERP systems, preferably SAP

Soft Skills

• Proven leadership and team management abilities
• Excellent report-writing and analytical skills
• Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills, with confidence to engage senior leadership

What We Offer

• Competitive remuneration
• Exposure to senior management and board-level reporting
• Professional growth in a structured corporate environment

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Rs125,000.00 - Rs150,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person