Role Purpose:

To improve the effectiveness of internal controls, corporate governance and risk management by independently and objectively evaluating related processes, policies and mechanisms by ensuring that they are adequate and in compliance with regulatory principles, industry standards and corporate guidelines.

Key Accountabilities:

• Assist in preparation of annual risk based Group Internal Audit Plan.
• Implement approved annual audit plan within agreed timelines.
• Perform full audit cycle including risk assessment, scoping, planning, execution, reporting and closing.
• Assist the Audit manager in discussing findings with management and align on the action plans.
• Follow up on management’s action plan and update the findings database.
• Responsible for documenting audit procedures following the department’s audit methodology.
• Review business processes, identify gaps and recommend actions to mitigate the risks.
• Perform risk assessment of Opcos and assist in preparation and update of risk registers.
• Assist in preparation of Policies, SOPs, and Authority Matrices.
• Advise on governance, processes, risk management and controls as and when needed.
• Collect and analyze data to detect deficient controls, duplicated effort, extravagance, fraud, or non-compliance with laws, regulations, and management policies.
• Examine and evaluate financial and information systems, recommending controls to ensure system reliability and data integrity.
• Examine whether the organization's objectives are reflected in its management activities, and whether employees understand the objectives.
• Conduct investigations on need basis.
• Advance on the existing internal audit methods and programs to tackle all the key business risks.
• Provide inputs for improvements in internal control systems, processes, avenues for cost savings and revenue leakages.
• Engage in continuous knowledge development regarding governance, risk and audit practices and industry risks and best practices.
• Familiar with audit methodologies and standards

Communication Channels:

Internal

• Heads of Departments
• General Managers

External

External Auditors

Role Requirements:

Academic Education & Professional Certifications

Professional qualifications such as CA, CIA, CPA, ACCA or similar qualification relevant to internal audit.

Operational & Managerial Experience

Minimum 2+ years in an internal audit role

FMCG/Manufacturing experience is a plus

International / Multi-country experience is a plus

Experience in auditing diverse departments such as sales, supply chain, IT, HR, Finance is a plus

Skills & Competencies:

Knowledge & Technical Skills

• Thorough knowledge of IPPF standards and guidelines is a plus

Knowledge of governance and control frameworks and GRC tools is a plus

Ability to extract and manipulate large amounts of data

Advance computer skills in MS office, specially MS Excel, Word and Power point

Knowledge of and ability to use ERP systems is a plus

High attention to detail and analytical skills

Good Communication and interpersonal skills

• Flexibility to Travel: Willing to travel domestically and internationally (average 40% of time).

Language Skills

Fluent in English