Overall Purpose of the Position
To provide independent and objective assurance on the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes, ensuring the safeguarding of company assets and supporting operational excellence and regulatory compliance.
Key Performance Areas
Support development of the annual risk-based internal audit plan.
Define scope, objectives, and timelines for audit assignments.
Design audit procedures and testing programs.
Conduct internal audit engagements and reviews.
Identify and evaluate operational, financial, and compliance risks.
Prepare professional audit reports with findings and recommendations.
Review company policies and evaluate internal control effectiveness.
Follow up on implementation of audit recommendations.
Support investigations and preparation of periodic audit reports.
Contribute to continuous improvement of internal audit processes.
Requirements
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
Professional certification or progress toward CPA, ACCA, CIA, or CISA is an added advantage.
Minimum 3 years' experience in internal audit, external audit, or accounting.
Experience in risk assessment, internal controls, and compliance review is desirable.
Experience with audit software (e.g., ACL, Highbond) is an added advantage.
Key competencies:
Proven experience in internal audit, risk management, compliance, or financial controls.
Strong knowledge of internal audit standards and internal control frameworks.
Good understanding of financial reporting, accounting principles, and regulatory requirements.
Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent report writing, communication, and presentation skills.
Ability to work independently, multitask, and meet deadlines.
High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.