Internal Audit Senior Manager

Key Responsibilities

Audit Planning & Strategy:

• Lead the development of the annual internal audit plan in collaboration with senior management, ensuring alignment with the organization’s objectives and risk profile.
• Conduct risk assessments to identify key areas of concern and prioritize audits accordingly.

Internal Audit Execution:

• Lead a team of qualified Accountants to deliver the audits
• Perform audits of financial, operational, compliance, and IT-related areas in both the corporate and software-specific sectors.
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, risk management practices, and corporate governance processes.

Compliance & Regulatory Oversight:

• Ensure the company complies with relevant local and international regulatory frameworks, GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation), and industry-specific standards.
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of compliance programs and internal control procedures.

Reporting & Communication:

• Prepare detailed audit reports summarizing findings, risks, and recommendations
• Present audit results and provide actionable insights to Head of Audit & Risk
• Work closely with stakeholders to discuss audit results and drive the implementation of corrective actions.

Team Management:

• Lead and manage a team of internal auditors, ensuring proper allocation of resources and efficient execution of audits.
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and development opportunities for junior auditors to enhance their skills and performance.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify areas for improvement in internal controls, audit processes, and risk management.
• Recommend and implement best practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in the internal audit function.
• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging risks, and new audit methodologies relevant to the software and GCC sectors

Collaboration with External Auditors & Stakeholders:

• Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors and regulatory bodies during audits and reviews.
• Collaborate with other departments such as finance, legal, compliance, and IT to understand operational challenges and address audit findings.

Qualification & Requirements

• Strong understanding of internal audit methodologies, risk management, and corporate governance frameworks.
• Expertise in software development processes, IT controls, and security risk management.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to assess complex systems and identify control weaknesses.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to communicate audit findings to senior management and stakeholders.
• Leadership capabilities to manage teams and drive cross-functional collaboration.
• Knowledge of ERP systems, financial reporting tools, and audit software

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• CA/CIA/CPA/ICAEW or equivalent certification preferred.
• 15+ years of experience in internal audit, preferably in the software or GCC industries or Big 4 consulting firms
• Experience with risk-based auditing and knowledge of IT audit frameworks.
• Experience in auditing software development lifecycle or technology-driven processes is an advantage.

Benefits

At Bosch, we value you and your future, which is why we offer a variety of programs to help you enjoy life and worry less about your finances. Our compensation programs provide fair and competitive pay that rewards you for performance. After all, we want to build a long-term, successful working relationship with you. But pay is only part of the total package.

As a Bosch associate, you and your family have access to a comprehensive health and welfare benefits program including generous health insurance, life insurance, and dental and vision care. We offer coverage should you have extended illness or disability, as well as accidental death & dismemberment coverage. You can choose options that best fit your needs.

Our retirement plan includes a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, and a company funded supplemental plan.

We understand that integrating work and life, work time and organization, and working materials and the workplace, all play a vital role in your experience. From inspiring working conditions to wellness initiatives, Bosch is dedicated to offering a variety of incentives to assist in your quality of life and daily work experience. At Bosch, we are working toward an interconnected workplace that supports how you work today while anticipating your needs for tomorrow.