Internal Audit Manager

Job summary:

Leads the delivery of risk-based internal audits across assigned functional areas.

Plans audits, supervises fieldwork, reviews workpapers, and ensures clear reporting and follow-up on management actions.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise audits across assigned functional areas, ensuring alignment with the annual audit plan.
• Approve audit scopes, programs, and timelines; allocate resources and manage delivery risks.
• Review workpapers and evidence to ensure quality, completeness, and sound audit judgment.
• Lead close-out meetings and ensure management responses and action plans are properly captured.
• Prepare and present audit reports and key themes to Internal Audit leadership and stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement in audit practices, templates, and analytics use.
• Assess the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls and identify gaps and root causes.
• Document audit workpapers, evidence, and testing results in line with Internal Audit methodology.
• Draft audit observations, ratings, and recommendations that are clear and actionable.
• Engage auditees to validate facts, discuss findings, and agree on practical remediation actions.
• Support follow-up activities to track management action plans and validate closure.
• Escalate significant risks, control failures, or suspected misconduct through the appropriate channels.
• Maintain confidentiality and independence while working with stakeholders.

Competencies:

Core Competencies:

• Accountability

• Communication

• Innovation

• Teamwork

Leadership Competencies:

• Adaptability

• Courageous

• Inspiring

• Results-Driven

Technical Competencies:

• Audit Implementation

• Risk Management and Assessment

• Use of Audit Tools and Methods

• Aligning Practices with Laws

Role Qualifications:

Educational Background:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.

Experience:

Minimum 6+ years of relevant experience in internal audit, risk, compliance, or related assurance roles. Professional certification (e.g., CIA / CPA / CISA) is preferred.

Technical Skills:

Risk-based auditing and internal control assessment; Audit planning, workpaper documentation, and report writing; Data analysis and use of audit tools/spreadsheets; Knowledge of policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.

Soft Skills:

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; Clear written and verbal communication; Stakeholder management and collaboration; High attention to detail, integrity, and confidentiality.