Lead - Internal Audit - Manufacturing

Lead Internal Auditor - Manufacturing :

- This role will require a - hands-on- approach in executing risk-based audits of complex / specialized processes and functional areas, prepare clear and concise audit documentation, including audit reports. The position will lead projects that are aligned with Company priorities and support SOX 404 compliance. Results will be achieved through partnering with the Internal Audit team to drive planned projects to completion.

Duties & Responsibilities :

- Plans, supervise, and execute operational, financial, SOX and information technology audits with minimal guidance from Internal Audit management.

- Provide audit oversight and work paper review to ensure audit procedures and conclusions are properly executed and documented in accordance with Audit department and the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards.

- Perform engagement level risk assessments to scope audit activities and develop comprehensive planning memos and work programs.

- Collaborate with company management to develop practical and actionable recommendations that address audit observations and/or process improvement opportunities.

- Preparation of clear and concise audit reports that describe the control weaknesses, associated risk and Internal Audit recommendation.

- Responsible for audit follow-up, open audit observations tracking and remediation activities for SOX and non-SOX projects.

- Communicate results of internal audit projects verbally and in documented reports to senior management.

- Participate in the development and implementation of effective audit strategies using the COSO and

- Sarbanes Oxley standards.

- Conduct fraud investigations.

- Keep abreast of changes in audit, accounting and industry practices and modify audit risk assessments and audit procedures accordingly.

- Contribute to continuous improvement of departmental processes to drive improved efficiencies and effectiveness of audit services to the company.

- Work in conjunction with our external auditors as part of a continued reliance strategy.

Qualification And Experience :

i. CA or CPA with 2-5 years of PQL Experience in the Internal Audit Department of a Manufacturing Organisation or From BIG 4 having experience of Internal Audit of Manufacturing Industry.

ii. Highly confident, skilled verbal and written communicator.

iii. Ability to interact effectively with empathy, impact and discretion, cultivating trusted advisor working relationships with Business Unit leadership, key stakeholders, practitioners, team members and the wider resource management function.

iv. Commercial mind set.

v. Flexibility and ability to learn quickly in a fast-moving environment.

vi. Ability to plan and prioritise, multitask, and manage a significant workload under pressure.

vii. Team player who takes initiative and ownership of tasks.

viii. Strong relationship management experience: ability to interact, influence and negotiate with people at all levels.

ix. Able to portray a professional, customer orientated image of resource management/scheduling.

x. Strong attention to detail.

xi. Proactive and willing to go the extra mile.

xii. Strong organisation and time management skills.