Lead Specialist - Internal Audit

About the role

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

Key responsibilities

• Conduct reviews of functional areas to assess accuracy, efficiency, and internal controls.
• Execute audit assignments according to the approved yearly audit plan.
• Perform fieldwork following audit methodology, documenting evidence in the internal audit management system.
• Lead exit meetings with auditees to validate findings.
• Draft comprehensive audit reports with observations, risks, root causes, and actionable recommendations.
• Obtain and track management responses, ensuring clear action plans and timelines.
• Identify loopholes, recommend risk‑aversion and cost‑saving measures.
• Support special assignments, investigations, and advisory reviews.
• 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, preferably in a corporate environment.
• Hands‑on experience with 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