Internal Audit Manager

Job Summary

Responsible for the full audit engagement of the Company and all its operating subsidiaries, reporting to the Board of Directors and Audit Committee.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the planning and execution of the full audit engagement of the company and all its operating subsidiaries, including review of operating unit's (nationwide) control environment, perform risk assessments on critical processes.
• Leads the conduct of investigation on fraud audit engagement and as needed by Management.
• Leads the preparation of audit programs and audit engagement reports
• Ensures timely communication of audit results to process owners, Process Heads and Country President
• Leads the preparation of the Quarterly and Annual Internal Audit reports
• Provides recommendations to improve the risk management and control processes of the operating units and critical process

Skills and Competencies

Technical

• Deep understanding of IIA Standards, COSO Framework, risk-based auditing, and internal control systems
• Proficiency in identifying, evaluating, and prioritizing risks related to business processes and operations
• Strong knowledge of fraud detection and investigation procedures
• Competent in designing audit programs tailored to business units and critical processes.
• Familiarity with relevant local laws, industry regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Ability to use data analytics tools (e.g., Excel, ACL, Power BI) to identify trends, anomalies, or risks
• Working knowledge of ERM frameworks and integration with audit planning and execution

Behavioral

• Integrity and Ethics: Demonstrates high ethical standards, objectivity, and confidentiality, especially in fraud investigations.
• Critical Thinking: Analytical mindset with the ability to assess complex scenarios and develop sound judgments and solutions.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication, particularly in articulating audit findings and influencing stakeholders.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Skilled at building relationships with process owners and leadership while maintaining independence.
• Adaptability: Skilled at effectively responding to evolving business risks, regulatory requirements, and organizational priorities while maintaining audit quality and objectivity.
• Attention to detail: Demonstrates a high level of accuracy and thoroughness in reviewing processes, analyzing data, and identifying control gaps, risks, and audit findings.

Qualifications

• Must be a Certified Public Accountant
• At least 5 years relevant experience in operations audit in a manufacturing and distribution company
• 8-10 years experience in internal control or internal audit
• Preferably CISA certified