Audit Manager at Sundry Markets Limited

Job Summary

• The Audit Manager provides independent assurance over the effectiveness of the company’s Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR) framework.
• This role is responsible for leading the planning, execution, and reporting of financial controls audits at the head office level, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and company policies.
• The position acts as a subject matter expert, providing guidance, identifying risks, and driving process improvements to safeguard financial integrity and enhance the control of the environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all audit activities related to the company’s ICFR framework, ensuring compliance, testing controls, and identifying areas for improvement.
• Demonstrate deep technical proficiency in auditing general ledger postings, reconciliations, sales transactions, expenses, approval limits, and other key financial accounts.
• Manage the end-to-end audit process for head office-level financial controls, including audit planning, fieldwork execution, and final reporting.
• Conduct regular risk assessments related to financial reporting and design appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Develop, update, and enforce internal audit policies, procedures, and methodologies in line with best practices and regulatory standards.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to audit team members and serve as a subject matter expert for ICFR-related queries from the broader finance team.
• Analyze audit findings to provide deep insights and actionable recommendations to improve the efficiency, accuracy, and reliability of financial reporting.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional departments (Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, HR, Marketing, IT) to ensure a comprehensive and integrated approach to audit and compliance.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives within the audit function to enhance audit quality, methodology, and operational effectiveness.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional certification required - ICAN, ACCA, etc.
•  6–8 years of progressive experience in external or internal auditing, with significant focus on ICFR compliance and financial controls auditing.
• Superior skills in audit execution, control testing, and documentation.
• Ability to analyze complex data while maintaining strategic perspective; exercises professional skepticism and sound judgment.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for clear report writing and effective stakeholder presentations.
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and relationship-building skills; ability to influence and negotiate with stakeholders at all levels.

We Offer

• A competitive compensation and benefits package
• A collaborative environment where we support each other to succeed as a team
• A values-based culture
• A diverse and inclusive environment
• Great learning and growth opportunities