Head of Internal Audit
Head of Internal Audit
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Job Description
Our client a leading company in food production industry is seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to fill the position of Head of Internal Audit. The Head of Internal Audit will oversee the organization s internal audit function ensuring the integrity of financial and operational processes. The role focuses on providing assurance on risk management governance and internal control systems. This individual will lead the audit team engage with stakeholders and develop a strategic audit plan to meet organizational objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Internal Audit Oversight: Develop and execute riskbased audit plans and frameworks ensuring effective internal controls governance compliance and timely reporting of findings to senior management and the Board Audit Committee.
- Risk Management: Establish and continuously improve a risk management framework identifying and mitigating risks through strategic recommendations and updated policies.
- External Audit Coordination: Collaborate with external auditors to ensure seamless information exchange statutory compliance and the integration of audit findings into improved processes.
- Leadership and Team Management: Build and lead a highperforming internal audit team through mentorship clear objectives and fostering a culture of accountability.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with internal and external stakeholders to align the audit function with organizational goals and maintain strong governance practices.
- Financial Oversight: Provide financial insights on controls and reporting while supporting the Finance Department in adopting best practices for financial management.
- Corporate Governance: Drive adherence to corporate governance principles and advise senior management on evolving governance trends and ethical standards.
KEY COMPETENCIES:
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent analytical and problemsolving abilities.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills for stakeholder engagement
- Indepth knowledge of corporate governance risk management and regulatory compliance.
- Proficiency in audit tools and technologies.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor s degree in Accounting Finance Business Administration or a related field. A Master s degree is an added advantage.
- CPA CISA CFA or equivalent professional qualifications.
- Minimum of 10 years experience in both internal and external auditing.
- Proven experience leading audit functions at the head of department level.
- Multisectoral experience with a strong preference for FMCG.
- Significant experience in systems audits and risk management.
Employment Type
Full Time
