Internal Auditor at Elizabeth Maddeux

Job Description

• The Internal Auditor is responsible for evaluating, strengthening, and monitoring the organization’s internal control framework.
• The role ensures compliance with internal policies, regulatory standards, and best accounting/financial practices while identifying risks, recommending controls, and safeguarding the company’s assets.
• The Auditor will work closely with management, finance, and operations teams to embed a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and monitor an effective internal control system across all functions.
• Review and evaluate financial, operational, and compliance processes to ensure adherence to policies, procedures, and statutory requirements.
• Conduct risk assessments to identify control weaknesses and propose remedial actions.
• Perform internal audits and special investigations as required, ensuring audit trails are accurate and reliable.
• Monitor key performance and compliance indicators for early detection of irregularities.
• Recommend improvements to enhance operational efficiency, safeguard assets, and reduce risk exposure.
• Ensure proper documentation, approval, and reporting of all financial and operational activities.
• Provide advisory support to management on internal control, governance, and compliance issues.
• Collaborate with external auditors, regulators, and other stakeholders during reviews and inspections.
• Prepare and present periodic internal control and risk assessment reports to senior management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field (Master’s degree is an added advantage).
• Professional certification such as ACA, ACCA, CPA, CIA, or CISA preferred.
• Minimum of 7-10 years proven experience in auditing, internal control, or risk management, preferably in a manufacturing organization.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards, risk management principles, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems and data analytics tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professional ethics.
• Strong communication, reporting, and interpersonal skills.

Key Competencies:

• Risk assessment & mitigation.
• Internal audit & control design.
• Financial analysis & compliance monitoring.
• Process improvement & governance.
• Stakeholder engagement & advisory support.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.