Head of Audit

Responsibilities:

• Design, lead, and execute the company’s internal audit strategy across all branches and warehouses
• Conduct risk-based audits covering cash handling, sales, inventory movement, expiries, procurement, and stock transfers
• Enforce internal control standards and recommend corrective actions to management
• Independently investigate financial irregularities, stock losses, and suspected fraud
• Review branch performance data to identify systemic control failures and operational risks
• Issue formal audit reports with clear findings, accountability, and timelines for resolution
• Track, enforce, and validate implementation of audit recommendations
• Provide management with advisory support on control improvements and risk mitigation
• Support HR and management during disciplinary actions and internal investigations

Requirements

• Degree in Accounting, finance, or related discipline
• Minimum of 10–12 years internal audit experience, preferably in retail or FMCG
• Strong understanding of multi-branch retail operations and inventory systems
• Proven experience in fraud detection and loss prevention
• High level of independence, integrity, and professional judgment
• Willingness to travel frequently
• Risk-based auditing
• Fraud investigation
• Inventory & shrinkage control
• Cash flow & POS control
• Internal control design & enforcement
• Analytical review & exception reporting
• Audit reporting & follow-up