Lead Specialist - Internal Audit

About the role

The Lead Specialist – Internal Audit will lead and execute audit engagements across the organization, assessing risk management, internal controls and financial reliability. This role ensures compliance with directives and regulations while providing independent advice to senior management.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct audit reviews of functional areas, assess internal processes and controls, and recommend risk‑reduction measures.
• Execute audit assignments according to the approved yearly audit plan and methodology, documenting evidence in the internal audit management system.
• Lead exit meetings with auditees, draft comprehensive audit reports and ensure timely management responses with clear action plans.
• Identify loopholes, propose risk‑aversion and cost‑saving measures, and support special investigations and advisory reviews.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with key internal stakeholders and support team members to achieve departmental goals.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Audit, Accounting or a related field.
• 5–7 years of experience in internal audit, risk management or internal controls within a corporate environment.
• Professional certifications such as CIA, CPA, ACCA, CFE or DipIFR are advantageous.
• Hands‑on experience conducting both financial and operational audits and presenting audit reports in English.
• Willingness to travel as required.