Internal Audit Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a risk-based annual internal audit plan covering head office functions and project sites.
• Lead end-to-end audits across financial, operational, project, and compliance areas.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls over project costing, budgeting, billing, change orders, procurement, subcontracting, and asset management.
• Review contract administration, claims, revenue recognition, and project margin controls.
• Conduct project and site audits to assess controls over materials, equipment, subcontractors, and progress reporting.
• Assess compliance with internal policies, governance standards, and applicable regulations.
• Identify control weaknesses, inefficiencies, and potential fraud risks, and recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare clear audit reports with risk ratings, root-cause analysis, and management action plans.
• Present audit results and risk insights to senior management and audit committees.
• Follow up on audit findings and ensure timely closure of agreed actions.
• Coordinate with external auditors and regulators where required.
• Lead special reviews and investigations when needed.
• Promote internal control awareness and best practices across departments and projects.
• Manage and develop the internal audit team and ensure audit quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Professional certifications preferred: CIA, CPA, ACCA, CISA, or equivalent.
• Training in internal control and risk frameworks (such as COSO) is an advantage.

Experience Requirements

• 12–20 years of progressive experience in internal audit, risk, or assurance roles.
• Strong experience within construction, EPC, infrastructure, or industrial project environments.
• Proven track record auditing project-based and multi-site operations.
• Experience reviewing procurement, subcontracting, project finance, and cost controls.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar.