Group Internal Audit Manager

SUMMARY:
Are you a seasoned audit professional with a passion for driving excellence in compliance, risk management, and process optimisation? Our client, a leading organisation in the manufacturing sector, is seeking an exceptional Group Internal Audit Manager to lead and oversee their internal audit function.

POSITION INFO:
In this critical leadership role, you will play a pivotal part in shaping the organisation's control environment, ensuring operational efficiency, and safeguarding assets. You will collaborate closely with senior management, audit and risk committees, and external stakeholders to provide valuable insights and enhance business performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a risk-based annual audit plan.
• Lead financial, operational, and compliance audits, assessing controls and processes.
• Identify risks and recommend mitigation strategies while ensuring policy and regulatory compliance.
• Present audit findings to senior management and audit committees, monitoring action plans.
• Mentor divisional finance teams, fostering integrity and continuous improvement.
• Act as the primary liaison with independent auditors and engage business leaders to enhance risk management.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related fields (CPA, CA(SA), CIMA, or IIA preferred).
• 5–10 years’ experience in internal audit or risk management, with 3+ years in leadership.
• Expertise in financial and operational controls, preferably in manufacturing.
• Proven ability to optimise business processes.