Senior Manager Internal Audit

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 companys 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 Responsibilitie

s:Audit Planning & Strateg

• y:Lead the development of the annual internal audit plan in collaboration with senior management, ensuring alignment with the organization&aposs objectives and risk profil
• e.Conduct risk assessments to identify key areas of concern and prioritize audits accordingl

y.Internal Audit Executio

• n:Lead a team of qualified Accountants to deliver the audi
• tsPerform audits of financial, operational, compliance, and IT-related areas in both the corporate and software-specific sector
• s.Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, risk management practices, and corporate governance processe

s.Compliance & Regulatory Oversigh

• t:Ensure the company complies with relevant local and international regulatory frameworks, GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation), and industry-specific standard
• s.Monitor and report on the effectiveness of compliance programs and internal control procedure

s.Reporting & Communicatio

• n:Prepare detailed audit reports summarizing findings, risks, and recommendatio
• nsPresent audit results and provide actionable insights to Head of Audit & Ri
• skWork closely with stakeholders to discuss audit results and drive the implementation of corrective action

s.Team Managemen

• t:Lead and manage a team of internal auditors, ensuring proper allocation of resources and efficient execution of audit
• s.Provide coaching, mentorship, and development opportunities for junior auditors to enhance their skills and performanc

e.Continuous Improvemen

• t:Identify areas for improvement in internal controls, audit processes, and risk managemen
• t.Recommend and implement best practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in the internal audit functio
• n.Stay updated on industry trends, emerging risks, and new audit methodologies relevant to the software and GCC secto

rsCollaboration with External Auditors & Stakeholder

• s:Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors and regulatory bodies during audits and review
• s.Collaborate with other departments such as finance, legal, compliance, and IT to understand operational challenges and address audit finding

s.Key Skills and Competencie

• s:Strong understanding of internal audit methodologies, risk management, and corporate governance framework
• s.Expertise in software development processes, IT controls, and security risk managemen
• t.Strong analytical skills, with the ability to assess complex systems and identify control weaknesse
• s.Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to communicate audit findings to senior management and stakeholder
• s.Leadership capabilities to manage teams and drive cross-functional collaboratio

n.Knowledge of ERP systems, financial reporting tools, and audit softwa

reQualificatio

• ns:Bachelors degree in accounting, Finance, Business, or a related fie
• ld.CA/CIA/CPA/ICAEW or equivalent certification preferr
• ed.15+ years of experience in internal audit, preferably in the software or GCC industries or Big 4 consulting fi
• rmsExperience with risk-based auditing and knowledge of IT audit framewor
• ks.Experience in auditing software development lifecycle or technology-driven processes is an advanta