Internal Audit Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and manage the company's internal audit functions in accordance with company policies and established standards.
• Develop annual and monthly audit plans for branch/store audits and other departments.
• Monitor and audit store operations to ensure compliance with SOPs and company operational standards.
• Review and analyze the accuracy of inventory, raw materials, and company assets.
• Audit cash control systems, revenues and expenses, sales closing processes, and branch cash deposit procedures.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and support fraud and loss prevention initiatives.
• Analyze operational risks and recommend improvements to internal control systems and processes.
• Prepare audit findings, generate reports, present results to management, and follow up on corrective actions.
• Develop, improve, and maintain SOPs and audit standards to enhance operational efficiency.
• Lead, manage, and develop the Internal Audit team to achieve departmental objectives.
• Coordinate with Operations, Finance, Warehouse, and other related departments.
• Conduct branch audits and manage nationwide branch audit schedules.
• Support organizational development projects related to Compliance and Internal Control.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related fields.
• Minimum 5–8 years of experience in Internal Audit, Operational Audit, or Store Audit.
• Experience managing teams in Retail, F&B, or multi-branch businesses is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of internal control systems, risk management, and fraud investigation/prevention.
• Understanding of POS systems, inventory control, and cash management processes.
• Strong analytical, reporting, and presentation skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to plan and manage teams effectively.
• Detail-oriented, trustworthy, and able to work well under pressure.
• Able to travel to upcountry branches when required.

Key Competencies

• Internal Audit Management
• Retail Operations Audit
• Inventory & Stock Control
• Fraud Detection & Prevention
• Risk Management
• SOP & Compliance
• Leadership & Team Management
• Analytical Thinking
• Problem Solving
• Reporting & Presentation Skills