About the Job

Our client, a leading financial institution, is seeking to hire a qualified and experienced Head of Internal Audit to join their team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the internal audit function, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing assurance on the effectiveness of internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the internal audit strategy and plan.
• Lead and manage the internal audit team.
• Conduct risk assessments and identify areas for audit.
• Plan, execute, and report on audits of financial, operational, and compliance processes.
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls.
• Provide recommendations for improving internal controls and business processes.
• Communicate audit findings and recommendations to senior management and the Audit Committee.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and policies.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and emerging risks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional certification such as CPA, ACCA, CIA, or CISA is mandatory.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in internal audit, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Strong understanding of banking operations, risk management, and internal control frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proven leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in audit software and tools.

• Develop and implement the internal audit strategy and plan.
• Lead and manage the internal audit team.
• Conduct risk assessments and identify areas for audit.
• Plan, execute, and report on audits of financial, operational, and compliance processes.
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls.
• Provide recommendations for improving internal controls and business processes.
• Communicate audit findings and recommendations to senior management and the Audit Committee.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and policies.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and emerging risks.

• Strong understanding of banking operations, risk management, and internal control frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proven leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in audit software and tools.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional certification such as CPA, ACCA, CIA, or CISA is mandatory.