The Internal Auditor is responsible for evaluating and improving the effectiveness of risk management, internal control, and governance processes across the company’s operations. The role ensures financial integrity, compliance with legal and contractual obligations, and efficiency in resource utilization, with particular focus on construction projects, procurement, and contract management.

L.E.C. Engineering Plc is a construction firm involved in diverse construction endeavors serving both internal and external clients across various regions within the country, including Addis Ababa. Furthermore, L.E.C. Engineering Plc is active in the equipment rental and real estate leasing sectors.

Position Title: Internal Auditor
Reports To:    General Manager / Board of Directors
Department:   Audit & Compliance

The Internal Auditor is responsible for evaluating and improving the effectiveness of risk management, internal control, and governance processes across the company’s operations. The role ensures financial integrity, compliance with legal and contractual obligations, and efficiency in resource utilization, with particular focus on construction projects, procurement, and contract management.

Key Responsibilities

1. Audit & Compliance

   • Develop and implement a risk-based internal audit plan covering finance, operations, procurement, project management, and HR.

   • Ensure compliance with company policies, construction contracts, Ethiopian laws, and international accounting standards.

   • Review tax, payroll, and statutory obligations for accuracy and timely filing.

2. Financial Oversight

   • Verify accuracy of accounting records, payments, and project expenditures.

   • Monitor advance payments, mobilization costs, and subcontractor settlements.

   • Conduct periodic cash, bank, and inventory reconciliations.

3. Project & Operational Audits

   • Review project cost estimates, budgets, and actual expenditures to detect variances.

   • Evaluate procurement practices, supplier contracts, and material usage.

   • Monitor site-level controls including labor costs, fuel, and equipment utilization.

4. Risk Management

   • Identify financial, operational, and compliance risks in construction projects.

   • Recommend practical internal control measures and risk mitigation strategies.

   • Follow up on implementation of corrective actions.

5. Reporting & Advisory

   • Prepare audit findings and recommendations in clear reports for management and the Board.

   • Advise management on efficiency improvements, cost control, and fraud prevention.

   • Ensure transparency and accountability in all business processes.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Timely completion of annual audit plan.

• Quality of audit findings and recommendations.

• Reduction in compliance violations and financial discrepancies.

• Improvements in project cost control and operational efficiency.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master’s preferred).

• Professional certification (CPA, ACCA, CIA, or equivalent) is an advantage.

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in auditing, preferably in the construction industry.

• Strong knowledge of Ethiopian tax laws, IFRS, and Contract management.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• High integrity, confidentiality, and attention to detail.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and accounting software (e.g., Peachtree, ERP systems).

How To Apply

Physical address-

• In Person

Lebu Musica, Infront of commercial bank of ethiopia

• By Email:-

  lecengineeringplc@gmail.com

• For More information you can contact Tel:- +251115575680\+251115574413\+251911250201