Job Description
Reports To: Group Head, Internal Audit / Audit Committee / Senior Management
Department: Audit / Finance
Job Summary:
The Internal Auditor is responsible for evaluating and improving the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes within the organization. The role involves examining financial records, operational procedures, and compliance with applicable policies, laws, and regulations to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and integrity.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct regular internal audits to assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes.
- Review the accuracy and completeness of financial records and reports.
- Ensure compliance with organizational policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Identify and report on areas of potential risk, fraud, or operational inefficiency.
- Develop audit programs and testing procedures relevant to risk and audit objectives.
- Prepare detailed audit findings and present clear, concise reports with actionable recommendations.
- Follow up on audit recommendations to ensure they are implemented.
- Collaborate with management to assess new systems, processes, or changes in operations.
- Assist external auditors as needed during their audit processes.
- Maintain confidentiality and objectivity in the audit process.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Professional certification such as ICAN, ACA, ACCA, CIA is highly desirable.
- Minimum of [3–5] years relevant experience in auditing, preferably internal audit.
- Solid understanding of risk management and internal control frameworks.
- Strong analytical and attention-to-detail skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- High ethical standards and integrity.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and audit software tools.
Working Conditions:
- Office-based with occasional travel to company branches or project sites.
- May require extended hours to meet deadlines or during audit peak periods.