INTERNAL AUDITOR

* Internal Process Development & Optimization:
- Collaborate with leadership to design and standardize internal policies, procedures, and audit frameworks, ensuring alignment with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Continuously assess operational workflows to identify inefficiencies and implement improvements to strengthen internal controls.
- Build and enhance the organization's internal compliance and control structures, ensuring they are scalable, effective, and aligned with the company's strategic goals.
* Audit Planning & Execution:
- Lead the planning, execution, and management of internal audits to evaluate operational controls, risk management practices, and regulatory compliance.
- Define key audit objectives and prioritize audit activities based on business risks, collaborating with departments to ensure audit scope and focus align with organizational needs.
- Provide actionable recommendations through detailed audit reports, addressing identified gaps in controls, processes, and compliance practices.
* Compliance Oversight & Risk Management:
- Monitor the organization's adherence to internal policies, external regulations, and industry best practices to ensure ongoing compliance.
- Proactively identify emerging compliance risks, regulatory changes, and gaps in existing controls, and recommend solutions to mitigate potential impacts.
- Work with cross-functional teams to implement corrective actions for compliance issues and track their resolution.
* Internal Controls & Risk Mitigation:
- Lead risk assessment initiatives to identify potential vulnerabilities within business operations and recommend strategies to mitigate risks.
- Oversee the design and operation of internal controls to prevent fraud, errors, and inefficiencies, ensuring processes remain adaptable to changing business needs and regulations.
- Advise leadership on necessary changes to controls or procedures to maintain a robust risk management framework.
* Reporting & Stakeholder Communication:
- Prepare and present clear, concise reports on audit findings, compliance issues, and risk assessments, ensuring senior leadership and relevant teams understand key insights.
- Maintain ongoing communication with department heads to ensure timely corrective actions are implemented and progress is tracked effectively.