Internal Auditor

Responsibilities:

Audit Planning & Execution:

• Audit Plans: Develop and execute comprehensive risk-based internal audit plans in accordance with professional auditing standards.
• Testing & Evaluation: Test internal controls, financial records, operational workflows, and IT systems to ensure accuracy and policy compliance.
• Risk Assessment: Identify potential operational, financial, and compliance risks across various departments.

Reporting & Recommendations:

• Audit Reports: Draft clear, objective, and detailed audit reports outlining findings, risks, and actionable recommendations.
• Management Briefing: Present audit findings and recommendations to department heads and executive management.
• Follow-up Reviews: Track and evaluate the implementation of management action plans to ensure identified issues are effectively resolved.

Compliance & Governance:

• Regulatory Oversight: Ensure the organization complies with relevant local laws, industry regulations, and internal governance policies.
• Fraud Prevention: Investigate suspected instances of fraud, waste, or policy violations, offering prevention strategies.
• Policy Review: Continuously evaluate company policies and SOPs to recommend updates and improvements.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), CPA (Certified Public Accountant), or ACCA are strongly preferred.
• 2–5 years of experience in internal audit, external audit, or risk management.
• Strong ability to analyze complex financial datasets, processes, and systems.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle), data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, ACL, Power BI), and audit management software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for preparing reports and discussing findings with stakeholders.

Work Environment & Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Execution Rate: On-time completion of scheduled audits according to the annual audit plan.
• Resolution Rate: Percentage of audit findings successfully remediated by management within agreed timelines.
• Risk Mitigation: Identification of high-risk process gaps and implementation of preventive controls.