Senior Audit Manager

The Senior Manager – Audit will be responsible for leading and executing the organization’s internal audit strategy, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, evaluating risk management practices, and strengthening internal controls. The role requires strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and the ability to partner with senior management to drive a culture of governance, risk awareness, and accountability.

Key Responsibilities

Audit Planning & Execution

• Develop, implement, and manage the annual audit plan aligned with business objectives and risk priorities.
• Lead audits across financial, operational, compliance, and IT domains to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls.
• Oversee risk assessments, process reviews, and control testing to identify gaps and improvement opportunities.
• Ensure timely completion of audits and high-quality reporting to senior leadership and the Audit Committee.

Risk & Compliance Management

• Monitor compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.
• Provide recommendations to mitigate risks and strengthen control frameworks.
• Partner with Risk & Compliance teams to align audit findings with enterprise-wide risk management.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Present audit findings, risk assessments, and recommendations to executive management and the Audit Committee.
• Build strong working relationships with business units, regulators, and external auditors.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior management on internal control and governance matters.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of auditors, fostering a high-performance and continuous learning culture.
• Allocate resources effectively across audit assignments and ensure adherence to audit methodologies.
• Provide coaching, training, and career development opportunities for team members.

Continuous Improvement

• Drive the adoption of audit tools, data analytics, and technology-enabled audit methodologies.
• Stay updated with industry best practices, emerging risks, and regulatory changes.
• Proactively recommend improvements to business processes and internal control systems.