Internal Auditor

About the role

We are seeking a highly competent, independent, and analytical Internal Auditor to strengthen our internal control, risk management, and governance framework. The role provides objective assurance to senior management and the Board while supporting continuous improvement across the organization.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement an annual internal audit plan based on identified business and operational risks.
• Conduct independent audits of financial, operational, procurement, inventory, and administrative processes.
• Review the effectiveness of internal controls, procedures, and systems and recommend improvements.
• Assess compliance with laws, regulations, accounting standards, company policies, and internal procedures.
• Identify operational, financial, and compliance risks and evaluate the adequacy of mitigating controls.
• Examine financial records, transactions, supporting documentation, and accounting processes to detect irregularities or potential fraud.
• Prepare clear internal audit reports and conduct investigations or special audits as requested by senior management and the Board.
• Monitor implementation of audit recommendations and report on outstanding actions.
• Collaborate with management and departments to improve efficiency, accountability, and risk management.
• Maintain audit working papers and documentation in line with professional standards.
• Provide independent advice on governance, internal controls, and business processes.
• Stay updated on legislative, regulatory, accounting, and best‑practice changes relevant to the company.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Auditing, Business Administration or a related discipline.
• Professional qualification such as ACCA, ACA, CPA, CIMA or equivalent (highly advantageous).
• Minimum 12 years of experience in internal audit, external audit, accounting, financial control, risk management or a related field, preferably in manufacturing, FMCG, food & beverage or similar sectors.
• Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks, risk management and audit methodologies.
• Solid understanding of financial reporting and accounting principles.
• Proven ability to identify control weaknesses and deliver practical improvement recommendations.
• Excellent analytical, report‑writing and communication skills.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, independence and professional judgement.
• Good working knowledge of accounting and audit software and Microsoft Office applications.

Required skills

• Audit software
• Microsoft Office