Audit Manager 🎉
- Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
- viaKaziConnect
15 days ago
Senior Level
Operations and Production
5 - 7 years
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Job Summary
We are currently looking for an experienced Audit Manager on behalf of our client to join our team and play a key role in ensuring the company's financial integrity and compliance with industry regulations. The Audit Manager will oversee internal audits, ensuring that all financial, operational, and compliance processes are operating efficiently and in accordance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices. The role requires a deep understanding of audit practices, risk management, and the FMCG sector.
Duties And Responsibilities
- Plan and manage internal audits to evaluate financial and operational processes. Lead audits from planning to reporting, including identifying key risks and control weaknesses.
- Assess risks related to internal controls, operational effectiveness, and compliance with laws and regulations. Provide recommendations for mitigating risks and improving business operations.
- Ensure the company complies with all legal, regulatory, and financial reporting requirements. Stay up-to-date with relevant laws and audit standards.
- Lead, train, and manage a team of audit professionals. Develop the team’s skills through coaching and provide guidance on audit best practices.
- Prepare audit reports detailing findings, analysis, and recommendations for management. Present audit findings to senior leadership with actionable solutions.
- Maintain strong relationships with senior management, external auditors, and other key stakeholders to ensure audit recommendations are implemented.
- Evaluate and suggest improvements to internal controls, business processes, and systems to increase operational efficiency and reduce risk.
- Ensure all audit work papers are well-documented, organized, and compliant with audit standards.
Education Other Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. A Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA) or a professional certification (CPA, CIA, CISA, ACCA) is highly preferred.
- At least 5 years of experience in internal or external audit, with 2+ years in a managerial or senior audit role. Experience within the FMCG or manufacturing sectors is highly desirable.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles, audit processes, and regulatory requirements.
- Advanced proficiency in audit software and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.).
- Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards such as IFRS or GAAP.
- Proven experience managing a team of auditors, with the ability to mentor and develop junior staff.
- Excellent decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
- Exceptional analytical skills, with the ability to assess complex financial data and identify discrepancies or risks.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, capable of presenting complex information clearly to senior executives.
- High attention to detail and accuracy in audit findings, reports, and documentation.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, deliver high-quality audits under tight deadlines, and respond to emerging risks quickly.
- Strong understanding of FMCG operations, including supply chain management, production, and inventory controls.
