Antal is partnering with a well-established manufacturing group into diverse business segment looking to hire an Internal Audit Manager. The company plays a critical role in delivering high-security and innovative products across the region, with a strong focus on operational excellence, governance, and transformation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute the internal audit plan in alignment with organizational goals and risk priorities.
• Assist in conducting risk assessments and create a risk register to identify, analyze, and mitigate potential business risks.
• Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, processes, and systems.
• Design and execute internal audit programs, incorporating risk-based testing strategies and effective sampling techniques.
• Prepare comprehensive audit documentation and workpapers to support conclusions, and communicate findings through clear meetings, reports, and presentations.
• Prepare clear, concise, and well-documented audit reports with actionable recommendations.
• Plan and allocate necessary resources for each phase of the audit, ensuring efficient utilization.
• Foster collaboration with internal stakeholders to improve organizational internal controls and risk management mechanisms.
• Support investigations of fraud, misconduct, or violations of internal policies.
• Monitor, track, and support the implementation of corrective measures for audit findings to mitigate future risks.

Quality & Excellence Management:

• Ensure strict adherence to policies, procedures, internal audit manual and globally recognized audit standards for effective operational oversight.
• Drive efficiency and cost-effectiveness in internal audit functions through process improvements and resource optimization.

Qualification and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), CPA, ACCA, or CA.
• 7+ years of experience in internal auditing or related financial roles, and Big 4 experiences preferred.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong knowledge of internal audit principles, risk management, and control frameworks (e.g., COSO).
• Proficiency in audit tools and data analytics software.
• Excellent report writing, presentation, and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and drive change.
• Knowledge of ERP systems (Microsoft GP & SAP) is advantage