Job Description
Job Summary
The Internal Audit Manager is responsible for managing the internal audit function across the entire group of companies. This role ensures the integrity of financial and operational processes, identifies areas of risk, and provides recommendations for improvement in controls, governance, and risk management processes.
Job Details
Audit Planning & Strategy:
- Develop and implement an internal audit strategy and audit plan for the group, based on a risk-based approach.
- Align audit initiatives with organizational objectives and regulatory requirements.
Audit Execution:
- Lead and manage the execution of audits, ensuring audits are completed timely, accurately, and according to internal and external standards.
- Oversee operational, financial, compliance, and IT audits across the group.
Reporting & Communication:
- Prepare detailed audit reports with findings, recommendations, and action plans for senior management and the board.
- Communicate effectively with senior leadership and the board of directors on audit results, risks, and corrective actions.
Team Leadership & Development:
- Lead and mentor the internal audit team, fostering professional growth and development.
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement, ethics, and integrity throughout the organization.
Compliance & Governance:
- Ensure the group adheres to relevant regulatory requirements and international standards in all audit activities.
- Stay updated on relevant laws, regulations, and standards affecting the business.
Special Investigations & Consulting:
- Conduct special investigations as requested by the board, senior management, or due to emerging issues.
- Act as a consultant to other departments regarding process improvements, risk management, and governance.
Requirements
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Professional certification (e.g., CIA, CISA, ACA, ACCA) is required.
Knowledge Requirement
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in audit or related fields, with at least 4 years in a leadership role.
- Good knowledge of information system audit.
- Strong knowledge of auditing standards, risk management frameworks, and internal control systems.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
Skill Requirement
- Strong risk assessment and internal control evaluation abilities.
- Experienced in IT and IS audit.
- Proficiency in audit software and data analytics tools.
- Experience in auditing across multiple sectors, ideally within a group or diversified business environment.
- High attention to detail and problem-solving skills.