Internal Audit Manager Role Overview
The Internal Audit Manager is responsible for defining the scope of audit missions and ensuring sound risk management through an effective control framework. This role involves leading a team of inspectors, coordinating with audited departments, managing timelines, and delivering comprehensive inspection reports with actionable recommendations.
Main Responsibilities:
* Plan, organize, and define cross-functional audit missions in line with the annual audit plan.
* Conduct diagnostic reviews to evaluate key risk management controls.
* Develop appropriate investigation and control plans, including methodology, timelines, and audit tasks, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and best practices.
* Assess the quality of audit work and summaries produced by inspectors.
* Lead post-audit debrief meetings with stakeholders, including senior management.
* Produce final reports and recommendations, ensuring clarity and accuracy.
Reporting and Follow-Up:
* Present findings and conclusions to audited parties and senior management.
* Provide both oral and written summaries of audit missions.
* Approve and monitor the implementation of recommendations until completion.
* Provide regular progress updates to senior auditors and management.
Execution of Missions:
* Manage the audit mission schedule and ensure adherence to agreed deadlines.
* Lead, mentor, and evaluate members of the audit team.
* Ensure all mission-related documents are properly reviewed, finalized, and securely archived.
Continuous Improvement:
* Contribute to the enhancement of audit methodologies and tools.
* Monitor ongoing recommendations to ensure timely resolution.
* Participate in cross-departmental initiatives aimed at improving the organisation's internal control framework.