Key Achievements:

• Developed and executed enterprise-wide audit strategy, increasing coverage and risk detection by 40%.

• Reduced audit cycle times by 30% through streamlined planning, tools, and methodologies.

• Introduced risk-based audit approach, focusing on high-risk areas and regulatory compliance.

• Strengthened internal controls, reducing financial and operational errors by 50%.

• Implemented audit management software, saving 15+ hours per week and improving reporting accuracy.

• Led audits across multiple business units, achieving zero critical findings from internal and external audits.

• Developed KPIs and dashboards for executive leadership and audit committees, providing real-time insights.

• Mentored and developed audit managers and senior auditors, creating a high-performing team.

• Conducted fraud risk assessments, preventing potential financial and reputational losses.

• Enhanced IT and systems audit coverage, including ERP, cybersecurity, and data integrity.

• Coordinated with external auditors, ensuring alignment and reducing duplication of work.

• Standardised audit documentation and reporting templates, improving efficiency and compliance.

• Led internal investigations, providing actionable recommendations and corrective measures.

• Integrated audit processes with risk, compliance, and governance frameworks.

• Reduced audit costs while increasing scope and effectiveness, improving ROI on audit functions.

• Implemented predictive analytics for audit planning and emerging risk detection.

• Oversaw regulatory audits and inspections, maintaining strong compliance and governance standards.

• Improved reporting for board and executive leadership on audit outcomes and risk mitigation.

• Developed training programs to enhance technical audit skills and professional certifications.

• Ensured alignment of audit strategy with organisational objectives and risk appetite.

• Strengthened stakeholder engagement across finance, operations, and IT functions.

• Enhanced continuous monitoring programs for financial and operational risk assessment.

• Facilitated successful audits during mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and manage the organisation’s enterprise audit strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and risk management frameworks.

• Lead and mentor audit teams, providing oversight, performance management, and professional development.

• Oversee audit planning, execution, reporting, and follow-up of recommendations to senior leadership and board committees.

• Ensure audits evaluate operational, financial, IT, and compliance risks effectively and efficiently.

• Implement audit technologies, tools, and methodologies to enhance coverage, accuracy, and timeliness.

• Collaborate with risk, compliance, and finance teams to strengthen governance and internal controls.

• Advise executive leadership and board members on audit findings, risk exposures, and mitigation strategies.