Head, Internal Audit & Control

Our client provides a unified food distribution platform, streamlining operations from suppliers to outlets.

Job Summary

The Head of Internal Audit & Control is responsible for overseeing the organization’s internal audit and risk management functions, ensuring compliance with policies, regulations, and operational standards. This role involves designing, implementing, and continuously improving audit frameworks, monitoring controls, and guiding teams to mitigate risks and strengthen governance. The Head of Internal Audit & Control works closely with leadership and operational teams to ensure robust processes, accurate reporting, and adherence to best practices.

 
Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the overall audit strategy, annual audit plan, and risk-based audit priorities to support governance and organizational objectives.
  
• · Establish, maintain, and continuously improve policies, procedures, and controls to safeguard assets, ensure compliance, and strengthen internal governance.
  
• Evaluate the effectiveness, efficiency, and reliability of internal controls, risk management, and financial/operational information across all departments.
  
• Coordinate audit and assurance activities with internal teams and external providers, ensuring alignment with professional standards and resource requirements.
  
• Lead enterprise risk assessments, monitor departmental compliance with laws, regulations, and policies, and ensure timely completion of audit engagements.
  
• Manage, mentor, and develop a high-performing Internal Audit and Control team, providing training and guidance on best practices and policy updates.
  
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders and external auditors to mitigate risks, enhance collaboration, and ensure effective audit outcomes.
  
• Report regularly to management and the Board Audit Committee on audit findings, action plan implementation, and overall risk and control effectiveness.
  
  

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in auditing, internal controls, or related fields, with at least 5 years in a similar leadership role.
  
• Master’s Degree (M.A.) in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a closely related field.
  
• Qualified/Certified member of a recognized professional accounting body (e.g., ICAN, ACCA).
  
• Strong knowledge of auditing standards, internal controls, risk management, fraud awareness, and professional ethics.
  
• Strategic thinker with excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, analytical, and organizational skills.
  
• Effective communication, report writing, presentation, change management, conflict resolution, negotiation, and teamwork skills.
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio).
  
• Knowledge of manufacturing finance, QSR operations, FMCG, and retail is a plus.
  
• Ability to promote the value of internal audit across the organization and keep abreast of regulatory changes and industry standards.
  
• Willingness to travel up to 50%.