Internal Audit Manager

A reputable Intenrational Company in Beirut is seeking an Internal Audit Manager. The Internal Audit Manager will be responsible for leading the internal audit function. S/he will be responsible for establishing audit strategies and action plans that align with the company s vision and goals, ensuring effective monitoring of the internal control system. The Internal Audit Manager will propose the scope and contents of the General Audit Plan, including assurance and consulting activities, and ensure its efficient and timely execution. S/he will advise on and support the improvement and monitoring of the internal control system, and report any irregularities identified during audits to the management and relevant authorities, as necessary.

• Perform and control the full audit cycle including risk management and control management over operations effectiveness, financial reliability and compliance with all applicable directives and regulations.
• Determine internal audit scope and develop annual plans.
• Obtain, analyze and evaluate accounting documentation, previous reports, data, flowcharts etc.
• Prepare and present reports that reflect audit results and document process.
• Act as an objective source of independent advice to ensure validity, legality and goal achievement.
• Identify loopholes and recommend risk aversion measures and cost savings.
• Maintain open communication with management.
• Document process and regularly prepare audit findings memorandum.
• Conduct follow-up audits to monitor management s interventions.
• Engage to continuous knowledge development regarding sector s rules, regulations, best practices, tools, techniques and performance standards.
• Give clear, professional and objective advice.
• Report on what is found, without fear or favor.
• Demonstrate integrity to staff and others in the organization.
• Exercise sound judgement in identifying weaknesses in the organization s control environment and a balanced view on how significant these are.
• Work positively and constructively, influencing the leadership team, and others to ensure the IA Manager s recommendations are implemented.
• Serve as a role model, showing resilience, professionalism, and high ethical standards.
• Provide leadership by giving practical examples of good governance that will inspire others.
• Deploy effective facilitating and negotiating skills.
• Build and demonstrate commitment to supporting continuous improvement of the organization.
• Network effectively raises the profile and status of internal audit.
• Adopt a flexible style, being able to collaborate, advise and challenge as appropriate.
• Build productive professional relationships both internally and externally.
• Be seen to be objective and independent but also pragmatic where appropriate.
• Lead and direct an internal audit service that is resourced appropriately, sufficiently and effectively.
• Demonstrate leadership and be an ambassador for internal audit.
• Create, communicate and implement a vision for the internal audit service.
• Create a customer-focused internal audit service.
• Establish an open culture, built on effective coaching and a constructive approach.
• Promote effective communication within internal audit, across the broader organization and with external stakeholders.
• Manage and coach staff effectively.
• Comply with professional standards and corporate policies, values and ethics.
• Require the highest standards of ethics and standards within internal audit based on the principles of integrity, objectivity, competence and confidentiality.

Desired Candidate Profile

Demonstrate strong communication, management, influencing, and consulting skills. Understand and have experience in strategic objective setting and management. Possess knowledge of the internal audit and regulatory environment applicable to the shipping and logistics industry and operations. Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of governance, risk management, and internal control. Undertake continuous development and gain relevant experience to understand the organization s full range of activities and processes.