Job Description:

The Internal Audit Head ensures the organizations operations, financial controls, IT systems, and business processes comply with internal standards and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field; CPA, CIA, CISA, or equivalent certification is preferred.
• Minimum of 5–8 years of progressive experience in internal audit, external audit, risk management, or compliance, including leadership or supervisory responsibilities.
• Must be internal audit (not just for finance but also operations, IT, etc.)
• Hands-on experience reviewing IT general controls, cybersecurity controls, and data protection measures.
• Proven capability in auditing ERP systems, IT processes, and automated controls.
• Familiarity with IT risk frameworks and technology-related regulatory requirements.
• Strong background in auditing financial statements, accounting processes, and internal controls.
• Experience implementing audit methodologies, SOPs, and best practices.
• Strong commitment to strengthening internal controls and governance frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

A. Audit Leadership

• Lead and execute internal audits across different business units.
• Plan risk-based audit programs aligned with corporate objectives.

B. Operations Audit

• Evaluate efficiency, effectiveness, compliance, and cost control of business operations.
• Identify gaps and propose improvements.

C. IT Audit

• Review IT controls, cybersecurity readiness, system integrity, and data protection.
• Audit ERP systems, IT processes, and automated controls.

D. Financial & Compliance Audit

• Assess accuracy of financial reporting, accounting processes, and adherence to policies.
• Ensure compliance with regulators and internal policies.

E. Risk Management

• Identify risks across operations, IT, finance, and infrastructure projects.
• Recommend mitigation strategies.

F. Reporting

• Prepare audit reports with findings, insights, and corrective action plans.
• Present audit results to senior leaders and the Audit Committee.

G. Continuous Improvement

• Implement audit methodologies, SOPs, and best practices.
• Help build a strong control environment across the organization.