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Senior Internal Auditor

Samanu Proudly Ethiopian

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Finance

Accounting

Addis Ababa

1 Position

2025-12-08

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2025-12-16

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internal auditing

Fields of study

Accounting

Finance

Full Time

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Job Description

The Senior Internal Auditor is responsible for planning, executing, and reporting on internal audit engagements to evaluate the effectiveness of the company’s risk management, control, and governance processes. The role ensures compliance with policies, procedures, laws, and regulations, while providing value-adding recommendations to improve operational efficiency and safeguard company assets.

Key Responsibilities

Audit Planning & Execution

  • · Assist in developing the annual risk-based audit plan.

  • · Lead and perform end-to-end internal audit engagements (planning, fieldwork, reporting, follow-up).

  • · Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, compliance frameworks, and risk management practices.

  • · Perform substantive testing, data analysis, and process reviews to identify control gaps and improvement opportunities.

Risk Management & Control Evaluation

  • · Identify business risks and evaluate their potential impact on operations.

  • · Provide recommendations to strengthen internal controls and reduce risk exposures.

  • · Monitor and track implementation of agreed audit recommendations.

Reporting & Communication

  • · Prepare clear, concise, and timely audit reports for management.

  • · Present audit findings to senior management before final report is issued.

  • · Follow up with process owners to ensure corrective actions are taken.

Compliance & Governance

  • · Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and relevant laws/regulations.

  • · Support investigations into suspected fraud, irregularities, or control breaches.

  • · Promote ethical standards and sound governance across the organization.

Stakeholder Engagement

  • · Work closely with management to provide advisory support on risk and control issues.

  • · Liaise with external auditors and regulators as needed.

  • · Build relationships with process owners to encourage accountability and transparency.

Continuous Improvement

  • · Keep abreast of industry trends, best practices, and regulatory updates.

  • · Recommend improvements in audit methodologies, tools, and processes.

  • · Mentor and support junior auditors in executing their assignments.

Job Requirements

 Qualifications

Education:

  • · Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.

  • · Professional certifications such as CPA, ACCA, CIA, CISA, or equivalent is advantageous.

Experience:

  • · 5+ years of experience in internal audit, external audit, or risk management.

  • · At least 2 years in a senior or supervisory audit role.

  • · Experience in manufacturing/FMCG sector is an advantage.

Knowledge & Skills:

  • · Strong understanding of internal audit standards, risk management, and control frameworks (COSO, ISO, IIA Standards).

  • · Knowledge of accounting standards (IFRS) and regulatory compliance requirements.

  • · Analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.

  • · Strong report writing and communication skills.

  • · Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.

  • · High ethical standards and professional integrity.

Technical Competencies:

  • · Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

  • · Experience with ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics NAV) preferred.

  • · Data analytics skills are an added advantage.

How To Apply

Application instruction

Please title your application with the subject line: -"Senior Internal Auditor"

Candidates meeting the above-required qualifications are invited to send their CVs through careers@samanu.com

Applications from female candidates are strongly encouraged and will be given preferential consideration, as we deeply value diversity.

Only those applicants who meet the above criteria will be contacted for an interview.

Application deadline: December 15, 2025

Fields Of Study

Accounting

Finance

Skills Required

internal auditing

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