Corporate Audit Manager

About FINCA Impact Finance

FINCA Impact Finance is committed to empowering individuals by providing financial services that enable low-income entrepreneurs to invest in their futures. With a global network spanning microfinance institutions and banks, FINCA prides itself on customer protection, innovation, and inclusive banking that uplifts communities and alleviates poverty. The organization operates with values such as transparency, accountability, respect, and collaboration, striving to deliver social impact alongside profitability.

Role Purpose

The Corporate Audit Manager leads internal audit functions to ensure systematic evaluation and enhancement of risk management, control, and governance processes, helping the organization meet its objectives. This role involves managing and conducting a variety of audit assignments—including operational, financial, IT, and compliance audits—while coordinating with global leadership to execute subsidiary audit plans. The manager also oversees audit staff, ensures adherence to ethical and professional standards, and supports continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage execution of the subsidiary's internal audit plan, addressing any conflicts or delays in coordination with global leadership.
• Ensure timely follow-up on audit recommendations and track implementation.
• Lead audits at the subsidiary level and assigned projects at the network level.
• Maintain audit quality by enforcing compliance with established standards and participating in quality assurance initiatives.
• Maintain continuous communication with the subsidiary's Audit Committee and management.
• Deliver audit and consulting findings through comprehensive reports and presentations as scheduled or required.
• Develop innovative communication channels to engage management and keep abreast of local issues.
• Foster collaborative relationships within audit teams and with external stakeholders to reinforce the audit department's positive reputation.
• Engage in networking with auditors across regions and the global network.
• Lead audit staff management including recruiting, training, evaluating, and resolving performance issues.
• Identify audit risk areas and develop risk-based annual audit plans.
• Review customer experience implementation during audits and report any gaps to senior leadership.
• Participate in internal audit projects as directed by global audit leadership.
• Represent internal audit in organizational and external forums and project teams.
• Pursue continuous professional development and share acquired knowledge within the team.
• Inspire and lead audit personnel through mentoring, clear communication of expectations, and performance appraisal.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is mandatory.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent; registration with the National Board of Accountants and Auditors.
• Professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, CFE, CISA, or ACCA, and membership in a professional audit body like the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA).
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience, including at least 5 years full-time in internal auditing, operations, accounting, business analysis, or program evaluation, with 3 years in supervisory roles.
• Experience in microfinance, banking, or auditing with supervisory responsibility preferred.

Knowledge and Skills

• Thorough knowledge of internal auditing principles, management principles, and business best practices.
• Comprehensive understanding of The IIA's Global Internal Audit Standards, including ethics and principles.
• Strong grasp of risk management, control frameworks, and contemporary auditing techniques.
• Proficiency with management information systems, financial reporting, and accounting principles.
• Competence in data collection, analysis, evaluation, and critical thinking.
• Effective planning, project management, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient in computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and audit documentation software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, including effective presentation and listening.
• Ability to build and sustain productive working relationships and lead teams by providing guidance and coaching.
• Strong ethical principles with a commitment to integrity and transparency.

Language and Travel

• Fluency in English is required.
• Willingness to travel up to 35% of the time.