Audit Manager - IA Dept

Internal Audit Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage end-to-end internal audit assignments, including planning, risk assessment, fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up activities.
• Evaluate the design and effectiveness of internal controls, governance processes, and risk management frameworks.
• Identify control gaps, operational risks, and process improvement opportunities, and provide practical recommendations to management.
• Prepare clear and concise audit reports and present findings to senior management and key stakeholders.
• Monitor the implementation of agreed corrective actions and validate remediation effectiveness.
• Collaborate with business, finance, compliance, risk management, and technology teams while maintaining audit independence.
• Support audit planning through risk assessments and emerging risk identification.

AI & Digital Audit Focus

• Utilize AI, data analytics, and automation tools to enhance audit efficiency and coverage.
• Apply AI-enabled techniques for document review, process analysis, data testing, and reporting.
• Assess governance, controls, and risks related to AI systems, machine learning models, and automated decision-making processes.
• Review regulatory compliance, data governance, model validation, and technology risk management frameworks.
• Drive innovation and digital transformation initiatives within the Internal Audit function.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Information Technology, Risk Management, or a related discipline.
• Solid experience in internal audit, external audit, risk management, compliance, or internal controls within the insurance, banking, or financial services industry.
• Proven experience leading audit projects and engaging with senior stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of risk management, internal control frameworks, and regulatory requirements.
• Professional certifications such as CIA, CPA, CISA, ACCA, or equivalent are preferred.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in IT Audit, Technology Risk, Data Governance, or Cyber Risk Management.
• Knowledge of AI governance, model risk management, and digital transformation initiatives.
• Proficiency in data analytics tools such as Power BI, SQL, Python, ACL, Alteryx, or similar.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.