Finance Support Manager - Internal Audit

About the Role

We are looking for a Finance Support Manager - Internal Audit to help safeguard our business through risk identification, audit excellence, fraud prevention, and continuous process improvement.

In this role, you will serve as a trusted advisor to the business, providing objective insights that protect company assets, strengthen internal controls, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive operational effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Audit Lead and Finance Business Partner in developing the Annual Audit Plan through data gathering, analysis, and risk assessment.
• Prepare audit working papers and maintain supporting documentation for preliminary surveys and audit fieldwork.
• Conduct preliminary surveys to understand business processes and develop process flow documentation.
• Prepare and execute audit programs in accordance with approved audit plans.
• Conduct audit fieldwork independently, objectively, and in compliance with professional auditing standards and ethics.
• Apply appropriate audit methodologies and techniques to assess risks, controls, and process effectiveness.
• Identify financial, operational, compliance, and control weaknesses and provide practical recommendations for improvement.
• Prepare clear, concise, and actionable audit reports summarizing findings, risks, and recommendations.
• Present audit findings and recommendations to process owners and relevant stakeholders.
• Support reporting and presentations to senior management when assigned.
• Participate in special investigations, business integrity cases, and ad hoc projects as required.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, strengthen controls, and reduce business risks.
• Assist in identifying potential fraud, financial mismanagement, asset misuse, and control deficiencies.
• Support the organization in maintaining compliance with company policies, regulations, and governance requirements.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's Degree in Commerce, Accountancy, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 6-7 years of experience in Internal Audit, Risk Management, Compliance, or related functions.
• Strong knowledge of financial accounting principles, internal controls, and audit methodologies.
• Experience in developing and executing audit programs and conducting independent audit fieldwork.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify risks and recommend practical solutions.
• Experience in data analytics and business intelligence tools.
• Understanding of risk management frameworks and internal control environments.
• Knowledge of fraud investigation and forensic audit techniques is an advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent report writing, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.

Leadership & Professional Skills

• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships across functions while maintaining independence and objectivity.
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Demonstrates critical thinking, sound judgment, and intellectual curiosity.
• Strong attention to detail with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver quality results within deadlines.
• Displays professionalism, integrity, and executive presence.

Success Measures

• Delivers audit projects and assigned responsibilities according to agreed timelines.
• Produces high-quality audit findings and recommendations that are accepted by process owners.
• Contributes to strengthening internal controls, risk management practices, and operational effectiveness.
• Supports the identification and resolution of control gaps, compliance risks, and business improvement opportunities.