Senior Manager, Finance Audit

About the Role

The Senior Manager – Financial Audit is a senior-level leadership position responsible for directing and overseeing financial audit operations. This role ensures the delivery of high-quality, risk-based assurance and advisory services across the organization. The successful candidate will lead audit teams, manage stakeholder relationships, and uphold the highest standards of financial integrity and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the end-to-end financial audit process, including planning, execution, reporting, and follow-up activities.
• Develop and implement risk-based audit strategies aligned with organizational objectives and industry best practices.
• Oversee the preparation of comprehensive audit reports, presenting findings and actionable recommendations to senior leadership and audit committees.
• Ensure compliance with International Standards on Auditing (ISA), local regulatory requirements, and internal policies.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of audit professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.
• Coordinate with external auditors, regulatory bodies, and internal stakeholders to facilitate smooth audit processes.
• Identify areas of financial risk and inefficiency, providing strategic advisory services to mitigate exposure and enhance operational performance.
• Review and evaluate internal controls, governance processes, and financial reporting frameworks for adequacy and effectiveness.
• Manage multiple concurrent audit engagements, ensuring timely delivery within budget and quality standards.
• Stay current with evolving accounting standards, audit methodologies, and industry trends to continuously enhance audit quality.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. A Master's degree or MBA is highly preferred.
• Professional certification such as CPA, CIA, CISA, or ACCA is required.
• Minimum of 8–12 years of progressive experience in financial auditing, with at least 3–5 years in a senior or managerial capacity.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, GAAP, and International Standards on Auditing (ISA).
• Proven experience in risk-based audit planning and execution within complex organizational environments.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with a track record of managing and developing high-performing audit teams.

Required Skills

• Excellent analytical and critical-thinking abilities with strong attention to detail.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Proficiency in audit management software, ERP systems (SAP, Oracle), and advanced Microsoft Excel.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• High ethical standards and professional integrity.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments and with external parties.

Why This Role Matters

This position plays a critical role in safeguarding organizational assets, strengthening internal controls, and providing independent assurance that supports informed decision-making at the highest levels. The Senior Manager, Finance Audit directly contributes to the organization's governance framework and long-term financial sustainability.