Senior Auditor at Goldplates Feast House

Job Summary

• We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Auditor to oversee and enhance our auditing processes within a fast-paced Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) organization.
• The ideal candidate will be responsible for conducting in-depth audits across all departments, providing strategic insights to improve financial and operational controls, investigating variances, and ensuring compliance with company policies and industry regulations.

Key Responsibilities
Departmental Audits & Compliance:

• Conduct detailed audits across all departments, including finance, operations, procurement, and inventory management.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, financial regulations, and industry best practices.
• Identify risks, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement within department operations.

Strategic Auditing & Advisory:

• Provide expert recommendations to enhance financial and operational controls.
• Develop and implement best auditing practices tailored to the QSR industry.
• Offer strategic insights to senior management on risk mitigation and fraud prevention.

Variance Investigation & Reporting:

• Analyze financial statements and operational data to identify discrepancies and irregularities.
• Investigate variances in revenue, expenses, stock levels, and payroll records.
• Collaborate with relevant departments to resolve audit findings and improve reporting accuracy.

Process Improvement & Risk Management:

• Identify weaknesses in internal controls and recommend process improvements.
• Monitor cash flow, point-of-sale (POS) transactions, and inventory management for potential risks.
• Develop and enforce internal audit standards and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional certification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIA) is an advantage.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in auditing, preferably within the QSR, hospitality, or retail industry.
• Strong analytical and investigative skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent knowledge of accounting principles, internal controls, and risk management.
• Ability to communicate audit findings effectively to senior management.
• Proficiency in audit software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Excel.
• Strategic thinker with problem-solving capabilities.