Job Purpose
The Senior Internal Audit Manager – Corporate & Financial Audit is responsible for leading and managing internal audit engagements across corporate functions and financial operations. The role ensures effective planning, execution, and delivery of audit assignments while managing and developing audit teams to ensure compliance with internal policies, governance standards, and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Plan and develop annual and engagement-specific audit plans based on risk assessments. Define audit scope, objectives, timelines, and resource allocation. Develop audit programs for corporate and financial audit engagements. Ensure alignment of audit activities with organizational risk priorities. Supervise and review audit fieldwork to ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance with audit standards. Ensure timely delivery of audit assignments within agreed timelines. Review audit findings and ensure proper documentation and evidence. Present audit observations and recommendations to senior management. Manage and supervise internal audit team members. Provide coaching and professional development support to audit team members. Ensure consistent application of audit methodologies and standards. Prepare and review audit reports with clear and practical recommendations. Present audit results to management and audit committees when required. Follow up on audit action plans and management responses. Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, financial controls, and governance processes. Identify process improvement opportunities to enhance efficiency and risk mitigation. Support the continuous improvement of internal audit methodologies.
Qualifications & Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. Minimum 9 years of experience in internal audit, with significant exposure to corporate and financial audits. Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) certification is mandatory. Additional certifications such as CPA, ACCA, or CISA are preferred. Experience managing audit teams and complex audit engagements.