Head of Internal Audit

As the Chief Audit Executive, your primary responsibility is to lead the internal audit function and contribute to the corporate governance structure. Your role involves setting objectives for the department, guiding audit staff, identifying risk areas, and developing the annual Audit Plan. Your interactions with team members, auditees, and external auditors are crucial for the success of the audit program. Key Responsibilities: - Set department objectives based on medium-term goals and monitor progress regularly. - Guide audit staff in planning, organizing, and monitoring internal audit operations. - Direct the identification and evaluation of risk areas and oversee the development of the annual Audit Plan. - Identify improvement opportunities, prepare audit findings, and make recommendations. - Develop audit procedures, review and verify audit reports, and present them to management. - Coordinate with external auditors for internal auditing of regions/warehouses. - Conduct comprehensive audits across divisions to enhance operational efficiency and compliance. - Prepare annual budget for the internal audit section and monitor operating budget. - Communicate audit results via written reports and oral presentations to management and the Board of Directors. - Provide professional guidance to the audit team and recommend training programmes for team members. - Recruit and support HR in acquiring talent for the section. Key Competencies: - Strong understanding of internal control frameworks and risk control matrices. - Proficiency in ERP, particularly SAP, is a mandatory requirement. - Ability to develop and maintain a delegation of authority manual. - Proficiency in data analytics tools and business report writing skills. - Effective communication and relationship building skills. - Experience in internal audits, manufacturing operations, and international travel audits. - Preferred certifications: Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) and/or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA). Qualification & Experience: - Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) with 15-20+ years of experience in internal audit, risk management, and compliance. - Manufacturing audit experience is a plus.,