Lead Specialist – Internal Audit

About the role

The Lead Specialist – Internal Audit will head audit engagements across the organization, assessing risk management, internal controls, and financial reliability. You will ensure compliance with directives and regulations while providing independent, objective advice.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct reviews of functional areas to evaluate accuracy, efficiency, and internal controls.
• Execute audit assignments according to the approved yearly audit plan.
• Perform fieldwork following audit methodology and document evidence in the internal audit management system.
• Lead exit meetings with auditees to validate findings and draft comprehensive audit reports.
• Ensure timely management responses with clear action plans and implementation timelines.
• Identify loopholes, recommend risk‑aversion measures and cost‑saving initiatives.
• Support special assignments, investigations, advisory reviews, and other management requests.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with key internal stakeholders.

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.
• Hands‑on experience conducting both financial and operational audits.
• Experience preparing and presenting audit reports in English.
• Professional certifications such as CIA, CPA, ACCA, CFE, or DipIFR are a plus.
• Willingness to travel as required.

Required skills