Internal Audit Manager – Lead Governance & Risk

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Internal Audit Manager to strengthen our governance, risk management, and internal control framework. You will lead audit activities across financial, operational, and compliance areas, providing actionable recommendations to senior leadership.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage the annual internal audit plan based on risk assessments and business priorities.
• Conduct financial, operational, compliance, and process audits to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and risk management practices.
• Review and assess company policies, procedures, and business operations to identify control gaps and areas for improvement.
• Prepare audit reports, present findings and recommendations to senior management, and monitor the implementation of corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, internal policies, and corporate governance requirements.
• Lead, mentor, and support audit team members while promoting best practices in internal auditing and risk management.
• Coordinate with external auditors, regulatory bodies, and management on audit‑related matters as required.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Auditing, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in internal auditing, risk management, compliance, or finance, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
• Professional certification such as CIA, CPA, ACCA, or equivalent is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of internal audit methodologies, risk assessment, internal controls, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent analytical, reporting, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.