Internal Audit Senior Manager

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities :

Position Overview:
The Internal Audit Senior Manager would be responsible for overseeing and managing a portfolio of audits. The role involves assessing internal controls, risk management processes, financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards. This individual will play a critical role in safeguarding the company’s assets, driving operational efficiency, and ensuring adherence to company policies and industry standards. The incumbent should have experience in managing a team of resources and presenting audit reports to top management. The role reports to Head of Audit.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Audit Planning & Strategy:

   • Lead the development of the annual internal audit plan in collaboration with senior management, ensuring alignment with the organization's objectives and risk profile.

   • Conduct risk assessments to identify key areas of concern and prioritize audits accordingly.

2. Internal Audit Execution:

   • Lead a team of qualified Accountants to deliver the audits

   • Perform audits of financial, operational, compliance, and IT-related areas in both the corporate and software-specific sectors.

   • Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, risk management practices, and corporate governance processes.

3. Compliance & Regulatory Oversight:

   • Ensure the company complies with relevant local and international regulatory frameworks, GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation), and industry-specific standards.

   • Monitor and report on the effectiveness of compliance programs and internal control procedures.

4. Reporting & Communication:

   • Prepare detailed audit reports summarizing findings, risks, and recommendations

   • Present audit results and provide actionable insights to Head of Audit & Risk

   • Work closely with stakeholders to discuss audit results and drive the implementation of corrective actions.

5. Team Management:

   • Lead and manage a team of internal auditors, ensuring proper allocation of resources and efficient execution of audits.

   • Provide coaching, mentorship, and development opportunities for junior auditors to enhance their skills and performance.

6. Continuous Improvement:

   • Identify areas for improvement in internal controls, audit processes, and risk management.

   • Recommend and implement best practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in the internal audit function.

   • Stay updated on industry trends, emerging risks, and new audit methodologies relevant to the software and GCC sectors

7. Collaboration with External Auditors & Stakeholders:

• Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors and regulatory bodies during audits and reviews.

• Collaborate with other departments such as finance, legal, compliance, and IT to understand operational challenges and address audit findings.

Key Skills and Competencies:

• Strong understanding of internal audit methodologies, risk management, and corporate governance frameworks.

• Expertise in software development processes, IT controls, and security risk management.

• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to assess complex systems and identify control weaknesses.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to communicate audit findings to senior management and stakeholders.

• Leadership capabilities to manage teams and drive cross-functional collaboration.

Knowledge of ERP systems, financial reporting tools, and audit software

Qualifications

Educational qualification:

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.

• CA/CIA/CPA/ICAEW or equivalent certification preferred.

• 15+ years of experience in internal audit, preferably in the software or GCC industries or Big 4 consulting firms

• Experience with risk-based auditing and knowledge of IT audit frameworks.

• Experience in auditing software development lifecycle or technology-driven processes is an advantage.