About the Role

The Manager - Internal Audit plays a critical leadership role in shaping and executing the internal audit strategy aligned with our organizational objectives. This position is responsible for overseeing audit engagements across operational, financial, compliance, and technology domains, ensuring adherence to IIA standards. The Manager leads the internal audit team, collaborates with external parties as needed, and delivers valuable insights into enterprise risks. This role also focuses on promoting a culture of integrity and accountability while supporting management reporting, stakeholder engagement, and governance excellence within the Internal Audit Department.

Your Responsibilities

• Internal Audit Leadership and Strategic Planning: Develop and implement the annual audit plan aligned with risk profiles and strategic priorities, providing clear leadership to the audit team.
• Audit Execution and Project Oversight: Oversee operational, financial, compliance, and special audits, ensuring quality, timeliness, and compliance with internal and IIA standards.
• Stakeholder Engagement and Issue Resolution: Collaborate effectively with department heads, executive management, and external auditors while facilitating resolution of audit findings.
• Governance, Risk and Compliance Framework Development: Maintain and update audit policies, promote adoption of audit technologies and continuous auditing methods to enhance effectiveness.
• Reporting and Committee Support: Prepare and present comprehensive audit reports and analyses to the Audit Committee, senior leadership, and ADAA.
• Team Development and Advocacy: Coach and mentor the audit team to build capabilities and advocate for strong internal controls, ethics, and risk management across the organization.

Who we are looking for

We seek a seasoned internal audit professional with 8 to 10 years of experience, including 3 to 5 years in supervisory or management roles. A Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Business, Engineering, or related fields is required, with a Master's degree preferred. Certification as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) is mandatory, while additional credentials such as CISA, CFE, or CRMA are highly valued. Expertise in data analytics, cybersecurity, or data privacy is a strong advantage.

The ideal candidate demonstrates expert knowledge of auditing standards, risk-based thinking, and digital audit tools. Exceptional communication skills, independent judgment, and ethical integrity are essential to influence senior stakeholders and deliver high-impact audit outcomes. Strong leadership abilities to coach and develop teams, combined with strategic problem-solving skills and business acumen, are critical for success.