Lead - Internal Audit

The Internal Audit Lead will independently plan and execute internal audits to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes. The role partners closely with business stakeholders to strengthen compliance, improve operational efficiency, and mitigate risk.

Key Responsibilities

Audit Planning & Execution

• Lead end-to-end internal audits including planning, fieldwork, reporting, and closure.

• Develop risk-based audit plans aligned with organizational objectives.

• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, policies, and procedures.

Risk & Compliance

• Identify control gaps, process inefficiencies, and compliance risks.

• Ensure adherence to internal policies, regulatory requirements, and best practices.

• Support management in addressing audit findings and monitoring corrective actions.

Stakeholder Management

• Partner with cross-functional teams (Finance, Operations, HR, IT) during audits.

• Present audit findings, root causes, and recommendations to senior management.

• Act as a trusted advisor on control improvements and risk mitigation.

Process Improvement

• Recommend practical and value-adding improvements to processes and controls.

• Support automation and standardization initiatives where applicable.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and report-writing abilities.

• High attention to detail with a pragmatic, business-oriented mindset.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple audits simultaneously.

• High standards of integrity, objectivity, and confidentiality.