Job Description

Career Level: Executive Level
Division: Compliance & Internal Audit

Job Purpose

The Executive Internal Audit role supports assurance and audit engagements by delivering independent, objective evaluations of the organization’s operations and control environment. The position plays a key role in strengthening governance, risk management, and internal controls, while helping management achieve strategic and operational objectives through a systematic and disciplined audit approach.

Key Responsibilities

Execute assurance and audit engagements, including internal audits, review engagements, and agreed-upon procedures, in line with the approved audit plan
Provide independent and objective assessments of internal controls across Operational, Reporting, and Compliance areas
Develop a strong understanding of assigned business areas, including objectives, processes, transactions, and performance indicators through document reviews and stakeholder interactions
Identify and assess key risks within the audit scope and evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of management controls against recognized control frameworks
Design and perform risk-based audit procedures, including sampling and control testing, to assess operating effectiveness
Prepare clear, concise, and well-documented audit reports highlighting findings, risks, and improvement opportunities
Liaise with management to agree on practical, actionable, and achievable remediation plans
Track and follow up on audit observations to ensure timely closure within agreed timelines
Support ad-hoc reviews, special assignments, and analytical tasks as required by the Internal Audit team

Eligibility Criteria

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline
CA (Finalist) or ACCA (Qualified) will be preferred

Experience

Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in Finance or Audit
Prior exposure to internal or external audit engagements is desirable
Experience in the telecom industry will be an added advantage

Required Skills

Generic Skills

Strong teamwork and collaboration
Adaptability and time management
Effective verbal and written communication
High level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability

Job-Specific Skills

Strong analytical and research capabilities with sound judgment
Ability to work independently and deliver high-quality audit assignments
Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills
Capability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
High IT proficiency, particularly in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, databases, and ERP systems