Audit and Compliance Officer at BON Hotels

Job Summary:

• The Audit and Compliance Officer is responsible for ensuring that BON Hotels’ operations and business activities comply with internal policies, relevant legal and regulatory standards, and best practice frameworks. This role involves planning and conducting audits, risk assessments, and compliance reviews to identify areas for improvement, safeguard company assets, and ensure operational efficiency and integrity.

Key Responsibilities: Audit Functions:

• Develop and implement an internal audit plan aligned with business risks and objectives.
• Conduct regular internal audits of hotel operations, finance, procurement, inventory, and other key business areas.
• Review internal controls, processes, and procedures to identify gaps, weaknesses, and inefficiencies.
• Evaluate compliance with statutory regulations, internal policies, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Prepare detailed audit reports with findings, risk assessments, and recommendations for corrective action.
• Monitor follow-up actions from audit findings and ensure timely remediation.

Compliance Management:

• Stay updated on relevant local, regional, and international regulations affecting the hospitality industry.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, including tax, labor, environmental, and health & safety laws.
• Assist with the development and implementation of compliance programs, training, and awareness initiatives across the group.
• Act as a key contact for external regulatory audits or investigations and support management in preparing required documentation.
• Maintain and monitor BON Hotels’ compliance risk register and report on key compliance indicators.

Risk Management:

• Assist in the development of risk management strategies, frameworks, and policies.
• Conduct risk assessments and assist operational teams in mitigating identified risks.
• Report potential risks or breaches and support investigation processes.

Policy & Procedure Development:

• Assist in reviewing and updating internal policies and procedures to align with current business practices and regulatory expectations.
• Ensure all policies are communicated and accessible to relevant employees.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Auditing, Risk Management, or related field.
• Professional certification such as CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner), or equivalent is preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in audit, compliance, or risk management, preferably within the hospitality industry or a similar service sector.
• Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks, auditing standards, and regulatory compliance.
• Familiarity with hotel operations, financial systems, and reporting standards is an advantage.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• High ethical standards and professional integrity.
• Excellent analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Proficiency in MS Office and audit software tools (e.g., ACL, IDEA, or equivalent).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and travel to hotel locations as needed.