Job Title: Lead Internal Auditor

Company Overview:

The company is one of the largest trade enablers in the world. Headquartered in UAE, it is a major player in the industry, focusing on ensuring efficient and innovative supply chain solutions, contributing significantly to global trade and commerce.

Job Description:

The Lead Internal Auditor will independently manage high-quality audits for multiple Business Units (BUs) and support the Head of Internal Audit in managing the internal audit portfolio and conducting risk assessments. The role also involves spearheading internal projects that enhance the group's success factors, such as agile auditing and continuous improvement initiatives.

Primary Responsibilities:

- Independently perform financial, operational, system, and process audits across various Business Units and Corporate functions.

- Establish effective business relationships within the company and assist management in the understanding and adoption of internal controls.

- Support the Head of Internal Audit in conducting risk assessments and providing inputs for the development of the annual audit plan.

- Execute an efficient and effective audit approach, ensuring all assigned work is completed according to schedule and within the established budget parameters.

- Plan, execute, and complete individual audit projects, including audit fieldwork, according to an established schedule and report findings as per the internal audit process.

- Prepare audit reports recommending internal control improvements, which may include operational enhancements or efficiencies.

- Conduct forensic reviews and investigations as directed by the Head of Internal Audit on whistleblowing and other cases reported to management.

- Embrace the company's compliance principles as a key component of the audit process.

- Document and actively participate in the development of audit procedures and standardized audit checklists.

Requirements:

- Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) with at least 10-15 years of experience in leading Internal Audit practices.

- Extensive experience in managing high-quality audits both locally and internationally, with a strong understanding of governance, operational, regulatory, and compliance risks.

- Excellent leadership and cross-functional team management skills.

- Adept at conducting risk assessments and capable of supporting and managing diverse internal projects that enhance audit success factors, such as agile auditing and data analytics.

- Strong communication skills, a proactive approach to continuous improvement, and the ability to work independently and remotely.

Offer:

- The opportunity to work for a leading global logistics company, gaining exposure to a wide range of international operations and diverse business environments.

- The chance to contribute significantly to the strategic success of the company, with potential for career growth and development in a dynamic and globally recognized organization.

To apply online, please click the 'Apply' button. For a confidential discussion about this role, please contact Lipilipsa Harichandan at +91 22 4236 3226.