Lead Specialist - Internal Audit

Overview

The Lead Specialist - Internal Audit leads and conducts internal audit activities to evaluate the effectiveness of risk management and internal controls while ensuring financial accuracy and compliance with regulations.

Primary Responsibilities

• Evaluate accuracy and efficiency in functional departments through audits, recommending risk reduction strategies when necessary.
• Ensure adherence to corporate policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Carry out audit tasks as per the approved annual audit schedule.
• Perform field audits following audit methodologies, documenting findings thoroughly in the internal audit system to meet quality standards.
• Facilitate exit meetings to confirm audit findings with relevant parties.
• Prepare detailed audit reports highlighting observations, risks, impacts, root causes, and actionable recommendations consistent with departmental reporting standards.
• Secure valid and timely management responses including clear action plans with designated owners and deadlines.
• Provide impartial advice to validate compliance and goal fulfillment.
• Identify control gaps and suggest risk mitigation and cost-saving initiatives.
• Document processes and compile audit findings memorandums.
• Participate in improving audit methodologies and tools to enhance efficiency.
• Support special projects such as investigations and advisory reviews upon management's request.
• Cultivate strong professional relationships with key internal stakeholders.
• Assist team members when needed to advance departmental objectives.
• Maintain high standards of integrity, objectivity, and confidentiality in all professional dealings.

Educational & Professional Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Audit, Accounting, or a related field.
• Possession of certifications such as CIA, CPA, ACCA, CFE, or DipIFR is a plus.

Experience Requirements

• Between 5 to 7 years’ experience in Internal Audit, Risk Management, or Internal Controls.
• Experience in the corporate sector is mandatory.
• Practical involvement in financial and operational audit execution.
• Proficient in preparing and delivering audit reports in English.
• Willingness to travel as required for the role.