Internal Audit Manager

Job Description

Overview: The Internal Audit Manager is a leadership role responsible for overseeing and executing internal audit activities, with the primary goal of ensuring the company’s operations are effective, efficient, and compliant with regulatory standards. This individual will play a critical role in evaluating internal controls, risk management processes, and governance structures while fostering positive relationships across business units. The ideal candidate will possess strong audit technical skills, a deep understanding of the business operations, and a collaborative yet independent mindset.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Audit Planning and Execution:

   1. Lead and manage internal audit engagements, ensuring timely execution and adherence to audit plans.
   2. Design and implement audit methodologies, procedures, and techniques to assess the adequacy of business processes.
   3. Conduct audits in line with industry standards, providing valuable insights and recommendations to management.

2. Risk Assessment and Control Evaluation:

   1. Develop risk management processes and internal controls across all business units and functions.
   2. Identify operational, financial, and compliance risks within business processes, systems, and functions.
   3. Ensure the audit plan is dynamic and adaptable to address emerging risks and changing business priorities.
   4. Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and audit standards.

3. Stakeholder Management and Advisory:

   1. Build relationships with business stakeholders to understand business processes and challenges, serving as both an auditor and a trusted advisor.
   2. Engage in constructive relationships where the audit manager can challenge assumptions, while also providing support to achieve business goals.
   3. Help business units balance internal control needs with operational effectiveness, guiding management to achieve sustainable success.

Job Requirement

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master’s degree is a plus.
• Certifications: Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or other relevant certifications are highly preferred.

• Experience:

  • Minimum 5-7 years of experience in internal audit, with at least 2-3 years in a supervisory or management role.
  • Strong understanding of internal controls, audit methodologies, risk management, and financial reporting.
  • Experience in both operational and financial audits across different business units or functions.

• Skills:

  • Strong technical auditing skills, with expertise in developing audit plans, performing fieldwork, and writing audit reports.
  • In-depth understanding of business processes, financial systems, and internal control frameworks.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to present complex findings to non-technical audiences.
  • Strong business acumen with the ability to think strategically and understand operational dynamics.
  • Ability to influence and collaborate with senior leaders while maintaining audit independence.