Jobs at Ascentech Services Limited

Job Summary:

• The Internal Auditor is responsible for managing and supervising all internal auditing activities within the business.
• The role involves analyzing financial processes, identifying risks within business practices, and evaluating the controls to mitigate these risks.
• The Internal Auditor will aim to improve business performance through effective risk management and control.

Key Responsibilities:

Audit Planning and Execution:

• Plan and deliver internal audits for designated business areas or departments.
• Perform and control the full audit cycle, including risk management and control management over operational effectiveness, financial reliability, and compliance with all applicable directives and regulations.
• Conduct follow-up audits to monitor management’s interventions.

Reporting and Recommendations:

• Prepare reports of audit findings and make recommendations to the business.
• Prepare and present reports that reflect audit results and document the process.
• Identify loopholes and recommend risk aversion measures and cost savings.

Control Assessment:

• Assess the suitability of current internal controls, making suggestions for improvements where needed.
• Ensure the business complies with all relevant policies, industry regulations, and government legislation.

Liaison and Advice:

• Liaise with and advise senior management on internal audit issues.
• Maintain open communication with management.

Support and Documentation:

• Provide support to the wider financial team on additional projects.
• Prepare drafts of audit or review reports, including the development of clear, constructive, and actionable recommendations to address the risks identified.

Ideal Candidate:

• Highly organized, efficient, and capable.
• Pro-active, energetic, and self-motivated with the ability to drive a project from conception to completion.
• Previous demonstrable experience in a similar audit role (Minimum 8 years of experience in the Internal Audit field and the Manufacturing/Audit/Fleet/Mining sector).
• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA).
• Proven knowledge of auditing standards and procedures, laws, rules, and regulations.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High ethical standards and integrity.
• Proficiency in audit software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification is required.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in internal audit, preferably within the Manufacturing, Audit, Fleet, or Mining sector.

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Responsibilities:

• Hire, train and supervise production employees, such as assemblers, packers and equipment operators
• Create work schedules, assign tasks and coordinate manufacturing activities
• Negotiate with suppliers and vendors to achieve cost-effective solutions
• Allocate resources, such as equipment and personnel, to maintain production standards
• Estimate manufacturing costs and identify ways to reduce them
• Evaluate employees' performance and coach production teams
• Collaborate with quality control teams to ensure finished goods meet quality standards
• Monitor production output and adjust processes as necessary to meet deadlines
• Provide training and resources to ensure production teams understand safety protocols
• Review and audit production processes to identify strategies for improvement
• Make decisions related to production, such as staffing and scheduling decisions
• Prepare production reports for senior management

Qualification/Requirements:

Educational Background

• Degree in Engineering or Manufacturing: A bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical, chemical, industrial engineering, or related fields to understand the technical aspects of RPET manufacturing processes.
• Management or Business Studies: Additional qualifications in management or business studies can be beneficial for understanding the economic and organizational aspects of factory management.

Professional Experience

• Experience in Manufacturing: Several years of experience in a manufacturing environment, in RPET, to understand the specific challenges and opportunities in this industry.
• Leadership Roles: Proven experience in leadership roles, demonstrating the ability to manage teams, projects, and achieve performance targets.

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of RPET Processing: Deep understanding of the recycling process, including sorting, Washing, SSP, and reforming processes.
• Process Optimization: Skills in optimizing manufacturing processes for efficiency, including familiarity with OEE, 5S methodology, and SMED.
• Quality Management: Expertise in quality control measures, understanding of statistical process control, and ability to implement CAPA (Process Capability Performance Index) effectively.

Managerial and Soft Skills

• Leadership and Team Management: Strong leadership skills to motivate and manage diverse teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
• Problem-Solving: Excellent problem-solving skills to address operational challenges and improve process efficiency.
• Communication: Effective communication skills to liaise with all levels of the organization and external stakeholders.

Financial Acumen

• Budget Management: Ability to manage and adhere to budgets, with skills in cost reduction and financial analysis to improve cost per unit metrics.

Regulatory and Environmental Knowledge

• Compliance: Familiarity with environmental, health, and safety regulations applicable to the manufacturing and recycling of PET materials.
• Sustainability: Commitment to reducing environmental impact, improving energy efficiency, and reducing carbon footprint.

Continuous Improvement and Innovation

• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma: Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Innovation Management: Ability to foster an innovative environment where new ideas and improvement initiatives are encouraged and implemented.

Customer and Market Orientation

• Customer Satisfaction: Skills in managing and enhancing customer satisfaction through quality products and timely delivery.
• Market Awareness: Understanding of the market dynamics and customer requirements specific to the RPET industry.