Head Internal Audit - Technology Firm - CA + CISA

We are looking for an experienced Head of Internal Audit to add value and improve our operations by bringing a systematic and disciplined approach to the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes. The successful candidate will possess a thorough knowledge of accounting procedures and a sound judgement. The Head role is a key member of the management team, reporting to the Group Audit Committee. You should have excellent people skills, business acumen and exemplary work ethics.

Responsibility :

- Perform and control the full audit cycle including risk management and control management over operations' effectiveness, financial reliability and compliance with all applicable directives and regulations

- Determine internal audit scope and develop annual plans for all the Group Companies worldwide

- Obtain, analyse and evaluate accounting documentation, previous reports, data, flowcharts etc

- Prepare and present reports that reflect audit's results and document process

- Act as an objective source of independent advice to ensure validity, legality and goal achievement

- Identify loopholes and recommend risk aversion measures and cost savings

- Objectively review an organization's business processes

- Evaluate the efficacy of risk management procedures that are currently in place

- Protect against fraud and theft of the organization's assets

- Make recommendations on how to improve internal controls and governance processes

- Maintain open communication with management and audit committee

- Document process and prepare audit findings memorandum

- Conduct follow up audits to monitor management's interventions

- Engage to continuous knowledge development regarding sector's rules, regulations, best practices, tools, techniques and performance standards

- Head the Internal Audit Function by building its practices, processes, Tools and resources

Skill & Qualification :

- Around 20yrs experience,

- Proven working experience as Head Of Internal Audit

- Professional degree in Finance, CA or similar. Additional Certificates in the Audit field

- minimum 7 years in Technology/IT company

- minimum 7 years in a multinational company supporting international business

- Advanced computer skills on MS Office, Audit software and databases

- Proven knowledge of auditing standards and procedures, laws, rules and regulations

- A solid grasp of data analysis and performance metrics with excellent analytical skills

- Demonstrated success working both independently and in highly collaborative environments

Must have : Qualified CA + 18+ yrs exp + CISA ( or any Audit certification) + international business exposure + technology/IT company exposure