Head of Audit at Excel and Grace Consulting

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive annual audit plan based on risk assessments and business priorities.
• Lead and perform audits across operational, financial, inventory, and compliance areas, ensuring adherence to internal controls and policies.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and identify areas of improvement or potential risks.
• Provide recommendations for risk mitigation and process improvements, especially across logistics, warehousing, procurement, and sales.
• Ensure the company’s operations comply with applicable laws, industry standards, and internal policies, particularly around consumable goods handling.
• Monitor compliance with financial regulations, tax obligations, and corporate governance standards.
• Prepare detailed audit reports and present findings and recommendations to senior management and the audit committee.
• Monitor the implementation of audit recommendations and follow up on corrective actions.
• Build and manage the internal audit team, providing direction, coaching, and development.
• Foster a strong ethical culture and internal awareness of controls and audit readiness across departments.
• Identify inefficiencies and recommend enhancements in processes, systems, and workflows.
• Stay up to date with industry best practices, regulatory changes, and emerging risks relevant to the distribution and consumables sectors.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field (CPA, ACA, ACCA, or CIA certification preferred).
• 7+ years of progressive audit experience, with at least 3 years in a managerial role, ideally in FMCG, distribution, or logistics sectors.
• Deep understanding of internal control frameworks, risk management, and financial reporting standards.
• Experience with inventory audits, logistics operations, and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills.