Internal Auditor

Job Purpose

The Internal Auditor is responsible for providing independent, objective assurance and advisory services designed to add value and improve CB Group’s operations. The role enhances and protects organizational value by delivering risk-based and objective assurance, insight, and recommendations.

The Internal Auditor applies a systematic and disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal control processes, ensuring alignment with the organization’s strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Governance, Risk & Control Assurance

• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal control processes.
• Assess risk exposure relating to the achievement of strategic objectives.
• Monitor and evaluate governance processes and risk management frameworks.
• Report significant risk exposures, control deficiencies, fraud risks, and governance issues to the Board.

Financial & Operational Audits

• Evaluate the reliability and integrity of financial and operational information.
• Assess systems and processes used to identify, measure, classify, and report information.
• Review compliance with policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Evaluate safeguarding of assets and verify asset existence where appropriate.
• Assess operational efficiency and effectiveness of resource utilization.
• Review programs and operations to determine whether results align with established objectives and plans.

Audit Planning, Reporting & Follow-Up

• Coordinate evaluation of significant changes to operations and control processes during development and implementation.
• Monitor and coordinate management responses to internal audit reports.
• Follow up on implementation of audit recommendations and report status to the Board.
• Report periodically on the Internal Audit Department’s mandate, authority, responsibilities, and performance against its audit plan.

External Audit Coordination

• Evaluate the quality of performance of external auditors.
• Ensure appropriate coordination between internal and external audit activities.

Advisory & Consulting

• Provide consulting and advisory services related to governance, risk management, and control.
• Evaluate specific operations at the request of the Board or management.
• Keep the Board informed of emerging trends and best practices in internal auditing, risk management, and financial oversight.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Professional certification such as CIA, CPA, ACCA, or equivalent (preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in internal auditing, risk management, or related field.
• Experience in the manufacturing industry is an asset.
• Proven leadership experience in managing Internal Audit teams.
• Strong knowledge of governance frameworks, risk management principles, and internal control standards.
• Sound understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• High standards of integrity, confidentiality, and professional judgement.
• Analytical thinking: translates financial data into actionable insights.
• Adaptability: Flexible in managing multi-location operations and competing priorities.