Senior Internal Auditor

Senior Internal Auditor Jobs in Lusaka – Brilliance Executive Management

Brilliance Executive Management is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Internal Auditor to join our team in Lusaka, Zambia. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals looking to advance their career in internal auditing within the banking and finance sector. If you are passionate about risk management, compliance, and operational excellence, this role offers a dynamic and challenging environment to make a significant impact.

Position Overview for Senior Internal Auditor Jobs in Lusaka

The Senior Internal Auditor will be responsible for developing audit scopes, executing comprehensive internal audit procedures, and preparing detailed reports that reflect audit findings. The role covers financial, IT, and operational processes across various functional units. You will lead follow-ups on outstanding audit issues, supervise audit personnel including co-sourcing resources, and manage relationships with regulators, group internal auditors, compliance auditors, and external auditors.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough, objective examinations of financial statements, operational procedures, and internal controls to identify risks, errors, and irregularities.
• Assess compliance with policies, regulations, and industry best practices.
• Perform preliminary surveys and risk assessments to understand audit environments and key business risks.
• Contribute to the development of the annual audit plan for assigned business units.
• Develop detailed risk assessments for each audit engagement, focusing on governance, operations, and information systems.
• Identify cybersecurity risks such as viruses, hacking, and identity theft, and recommend protective measures.
• Communicate audit objectives, scope, and timelines clearly to auditees and stakeholders.
• Identify potential fraud indicators and document audit evidence thoroughly.
• Conduct branch and departmental audits as scheduled or as needed to mitigate risk.
• Provide audit opinions and recommendations based on analysis of results.
• Draft comprehensive audit reports with value-added observations.
• Monitor implementation progress of audit recommendations.
• Maintain effective working relationships with business and corporate functions.
• Assist with quarterly and annual reporting to the Audit Committee, Board of Directors, and Senior Management.
• Lead advisory engagements, investigations, and special projects as assigned.
• Test key controls for operating effectiveness and identify control gaps or weaknesses.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively across all organizational levels.
• Proven leadership experience supervising audit teams and mentoring staff.
• Highly organized with excellent time management and ability to meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and proficiency in handling large volumes of data.
• Ability to prepare procedure manuals, business correspondence, and comprehensive reports.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and audit software such as ACL or Thomson Reuters.

Qualifications and Experience

• Full professional qualifications such as CA Zambia, ACCA, or CIMA.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Law, Accounting, or Audit.
• Master’s degree in a relevant field is an advantage.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in internal and external audits, including supervisory roles.
• Experience working with any of the Big 5 audit firms at a senior level is required.
• At least 2 years’ audit experience in IT, automotive, or engineering industries preferred.
• Knowledge of relevant Acts of Parliament, regulations, and statutory instruments in engineering and automotive sectors.
• Familiarity with audit methodologies, governance frameworks, and best practices.
• Strong ethical standards with commitment to confidentiality and objectivity.
• Professional certifications such as CIA, CISA, or CFE are strongly preferred.
• Membership in ZICA and IIA is required.

Application Process for Senior Internal Auditor Jobs in Lusaka

Qualified female candidates and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. If you meet the qualifications and experience requirements, please submit your CV in MS Word format along with a cover letter clearly stating your salary expectations. Applications should be sent to jobs@bemconsult.com with a copy to bemconsult8@gmail.com.

Please note that certificates should not be submitted at this stage. All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality. If you do not receive a response within 21 working days after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Application Closing Date: Monday, 15th June 2026

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