Internal Audit Manager

the Internal Audit Manager will lead financial, operational, and compliance audits across internal departments. This role is critical in ensuring the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes. The ideal candidate will play a key role in identifying inefficiencies, recommending improvements, and supporting strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

Audit Leadership & Execution

• Develop and implement financial, operational, and compliance audit programs.
• Plan, execute, and finalize audit procedures, ensuring adherence to flyadeal’s internal audit policies and Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards.
• Evaluate audit results, ensuring findings are well-supported and agreed-upon action plans are in place.
• Conduct gap analysis to identify weaknesses in internal controls, policies, and regulatory compliance, recommending process improvements.
• Strategic Risk & Compliance Management
• Assist in developing and executing risk-based audit plans, aligned with an updated risk register.
• Ensure compliance with corporate governance, internal controls over financial reporting, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead special audit assignments and fraud investigations, supporting the Head of Internal Audit in forensic reviews.

Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting

• Collaborate with executive management, the Audit Committee, and the Board of Directors on key audit findings and risk assessments.
• Liaise with external auditors, providing necessary support and information.
• Prepare impactful reports and present recommendations for risk mitigation and internal control improvements.

Leadership & Team Development

• Mentor and support junior auditors, ensuring knowledge transfer and professional development.
• Drive the enhancement of internal audit standards and best practices within flyadeal.

Requirements

Education & Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional Certification (CIA, CPA, or CA) is highly preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum 6 years of relevant experience with a bachelor’s degree.
• Minimum 4 years of experience with a professional qualification.

Key Competencies & Knowledge Areas:

• Knowledge of Airline Business Processes.
• Expertise in International Auditing & Accounting Standards.
• Strong understanding of internal controls, corporate governance, and risk management.
• Experience in fraud detection, forensic accounting, and investigations.
• Strong skills in problem-solving, project management, and strategic planning.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining high ethical standards and objectivity.