Senior Internal Auditor

About the role

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Internal Auditor to provide objective, value‑added assurance and advisory services across financial, operational, compliance and governance areas. The role involves leading risk‑based audits, supporting risk assessments and driving continuous improvement within the internal audit function.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct risk‑based internal audits across financial, operational, compliance and governance functions.
• Participate in annual risk assessments and audit planning.
• Perform audit fieldwork, including walkthroughs, control testing, substantive testing, analytical procedures and data analysis.
• Review financial reporting processes, accounting records, reconciliations, journal entries and internal financial controls.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and identify process‑improvement opportunities.
• Prepare clear, accurate audit working papers and reports.
• Present audit findings and practical recommendations to management and stakeholders.
• Monitor the implementation of agreed corrective actions.
• Ensure audit engagements comply with internal audit methodologies, policies and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain knowledge of accounting standards, financial control frameworks and applicable regulations.
• Build strong relationships with finance and other business functions to understand key risks and processes.
• Contribute to continuous‑improvement initiatives within the internal audit function.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
• CPA, ACCA or IFRS certification (mandatory).
• 3–6 years of experience in internal audit, external audit or financial controls.
• Strong knowledge of internal audit methodologies, financial reporting, internal controls, risk management, governance and regulatory compliance.
• Experience auditing financial processes, procurement, treasury and operational controls is an advantage.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving and report‑writing abilities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder‑management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple audit assignments and work both independently and collaboratively.

Required skills

• Microsoft Excel
• SAP
• Data analytics tools