Job Summary

The Senior Internal Auditor is responsible for planning and executing internal audit engagements to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes. This role focuses on retail and F&B operations, including store audits, inventory management, point-of-sale (POS) systems, and branch operations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Audit Planning & Execution

·      Develop and execute audit plans in line with the annual audit plan

·      Conduct risk assessments across key business processes such as sales, procurement, inventory, and cash handling

·      Perform audits at both head office and retail/F&B outlets (store/branch audits)

2. Retail & F&B Operational Audits

·      Review POS systems and revenue recognition accuracy

·      Assess inventory management practices (shrinkage, spoilage, FIFO compliance)

·      Evaluate compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs) at store level

·      Review food cost control processes and identify areas of loss or inefficiency

3. Analysis & Reporting

·      Perform data analysis to identify anomalies and risk indicators

·      Prepare clear, concise audit reports with actionable recommendations

·      Follow up on audit findings to ensure timely remediation

4. Internal Control & Risk Management

·      Evaluate and improve internal control systems

·      Support enterprise risk assessment and risk management initiatives

·      Provide advisory support to business units on control and compliance matters

5. Team Leadership & Stakeholder Management

·      Mentor and guide junior auditors

·      Coordinate with cross-functional teams and senior management

·      Support special projects such as fraud investigations and process improvements

Qualifications

·      Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

·      Minimum 5–8 years of experience in internal audit/ external audit

·      Experience in Retail or Food & Beverage industries is highly preferred

·      Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO)

·      Proficiency in data analytics tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, ACL, IDEA)

·      Familiarity with POS systems and ERP platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle)

·      Strong analytical, communication, and report-writing skills

·      Ability to travel for branch/store audits

·      High integrity and attention to detail

·      Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills

·      Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Preferred Qualifications

·      Highly preferred Professional certifications such as CIA or CPA

·      Experience in fraud investigation or forensic audit