Chief Internal Auditor at Ama-Zuma Group

Job Summary

• We are seeking an experienced Chief Internal Auditor to provide independent assurance on the effectiveness of our internal controls, risk management, and governance processes.
• The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in auditing complex operational and financial environments and will play a key role in safeguarding company assets, promoting financial integrity, and ensuring compliance with corporate and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the organization’s annual internal audit plan based on risk assessment.
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls across all departments.
• Review financial records, operational processes, and compliance with company policies and statutory requirements.
• Conduct audits of high-risk areas, including procurement, inventory, and financial transactions.
• Prepare and present audit findings, risk assessments, and recommendations to management and the Audit Committee.
• Monitor and follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations.
• Support management in identifying and mitigating key business and operational risks.
• Ensure adherence to professional audit standards and ethical practices.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the internal audit team to maintain high-quality performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Economics or related fields.
• Professional certification required: CIA, ACCA, ICAN, or CPA.
• Minimum of 10 years’ audit experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role within the mining, oil & gas, or heavy industrial sector.
• Strong knowledge of operational audits involving inventory, logistics, and procurement processes.
• Experience using audit management software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Excellent analytical, reporting, and communication skills.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and ethical standards.

Key Competencies:

• Risk assessment and internal control design.
• Financial and operational auditing expertise.
• Strong understanding of procurement and inventory management processes.
• Data-driven decision-making and attention to detail.
• Leadership, coaching, and stakeholder management.