Internal Audit, Executive

Job Purpose

We are looking for an Executive, Internal Audit to support audit planning, fieldwork, internal control reviews, reporting and follow-up activities.

The role will focus on identifying control gaps, assessing risks and recommending improvements, while working closely with various stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

1. Audit Planning & Preparation

• Assist in risk-based audit planning and assessment of key risk areas.
  
• Prepare audit scopes, planning documents and supporting documentation.
  
• Support the preparation of audit programmes.
  

2. Audit Execution & Fieldwork

• Conduct audit fieldwork, including process walkthroughs, control testing and verification of supporting documents.
  
• Review business processes and internal controls to identify gaps, weaknesses and inefficiencies.
  
• Conduct discussions and interviews with relevant stakeholders.
  
• Analyse audit results and prepare complete audit working papers.
  

3. Audit Reporting

• Prepare draft audit reports covering findings, risks, root causes and recommendations.
  
• Discuss audit findings with relevant stakeholders and document management responses.
  
• Assist in preparing audit summaries and management reporting materials.
  

4. Follow-Up & Monitoring

• Monitor the implementation of agreed corrective actions.
  
• Conduct follow-up reviews to verify the effectiveness of remediation.
  
• Maintain records and status reports of outstanding audit findings.
  

5. Governance, Risk & Internal Controls

• Support the review of governance, risk management and internal control processes.
  
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, controls and operational efficiency.
  
• Maintain professional independence, confidentiality and integrity.
  
• Support improvements to internal audit methodologies and working practices.
  

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Risk Management or a related discipline.
  
• Must have working experience in the construction industry.
  
• Minimum 1 year of experience in Internal Audit, External Audit, Risk Management, Compliance or a related field.
  
• Experience in audit fieldwork, internal control testing and audit documentation.
  
• Good understanding of internal controls, risk management, governance and audit processes.
  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
  
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
  
• Construction project / operations audit experience is an added advantage.