Principal Duties and Responsibilities

1. Internal Audit & Risk Management

• Conduct financial and operational audits to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and financial processes.

• Perform risk assessments to identify financial, operational, and compliance risks, recommending appropriate mitigating measures.

• Investigate fraud, irregularities, and non-compliance cases, reporting findings to senior management.

• Maintain proper documentation of audit findings, remediation plans, and follow-up actions to ensure continuous improvement.

2. Compliance & Internal Controls

• Develop, implement, and monitor internal control frameworks to ensure compliance with IFRS, GAAP, and local financial regulations.

• Ensure financial transactions, records, and processes align with compliance requirements and company policies.

• Support internal and external audits, ensuring timely response to audit queries and implementation of audit recommendations.

• Serve as a key point of contact for regulators, auditors, and external stakeholders regarding compliance issues.

3. Financial Analysis & Reporting

• Lead financial analysis to provide insights that support strategic decision-making.

• Develop financial models and scenario analysis for business planning and risk assessment.

• Monitor key financial KPIs and provide actionable insights to improve financial performance.

• Assist in risk management, pricing strategy, and cost control initiatives.

• Prepare detailed financial reports and compliance summaries for senior management.

4. Cross-Functional Collaboration & Policy Development

• Work closely with Operations and Commercial teams to ensure smooth implementation of financial control measures.

• Develop, update, and enforce internal control policies, procedures, and best practices.

• Provide strategic support to senior management on compliance matters and risk mitigation strategies.

Competency and Skill Requirements

1. Technical & Financial Expertise

• Strong understanding of internal audit principles, risk assessment, and compliance frameworks.

• Expertise in IFRS, GAAP, financial regulations, and best practices in financial governance.

• Experience in financial modelling, scenario analysis, and KPI monitoring.

2. Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills

• Ability to analyze complex financial data, detect anomalies, and provide actionable recommendations.

• Proficient in data-driven decision-making, risk identification, and fraud detection.

• Strong critical thinking skills to evaluate financial transactions, compliance risks, and operational processes.

3. Ethical & Leadership Skills

• Strong integrity and ability to handle confidential financial information responsibly.

• Leadership in driving compliance culture and reinforcing financial discipline within the organization.

• Ability to influence and guide cross-functional teams towards compliance and risk management goals.

4. Communication & Stakeholder Management

• Strong verbal and written communication skills to present audit findings and financial reports to senior management.

• Ability to liaise with auditors, regulators, and external stakeholders on compliance-related matters.

• Skilled in engaging with cross-functional teams to implement control measures and ensure policy adherence.

Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.

• Professional certification such as ACCA, CPA, CIA, or CISA is highly preferred.

• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in internal audit, financial compliance, or risk management.

• Experience in the shipping, freight forwarding, or audit firm industry is an added advantage.

• Proficiency in financial reporting systems, ERP software, and audit tools.