Internal Audit Manager

Role Summary As Internal Audit Manager at Yourparts, you will lead and manage the internal audit function to provide independent, objective assurance and consulting services. You will assess and improve the effectiveness of risk management, internal controls, governance, and compliance across operations, commercial activities, finance, procurement, logistics, and technology systems. You will manage the annual audit plan, lead audit engagements end-to-end, coordinate with senior stakeholders, and ensure audit outcomes translate into practical risk mitigation and control improvements. Key Responsibilities 1) Audit Planning & Delivery Own the risk-based annual audit plan , ensuring coverage across key business processes and geographies.

Manage the end-to-end execution of audit engagements: planning, fieldwork, issue validation, and reporting .

Deliver audits in line with relevant standards and agreed methodologies (e.g., IIA/ISA alignment where applicable).

Perform follow-up on audit findings and track implementation status until closure.

2) Risk, Controls & Assurance Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls across: Financial reporting and close processes

Purchase-to-pay and vendor management

Sales-to-cash, credit control, and returns

Inventory controls (including cycle counts, movement, and shrinkage)

Logistics and warehousing controls

Revenue recognition and billing accuracy

Fraud risk and whistleblowing-related controls

IT controls, data access, and system change management (in coordination with IT/security teams)

Identify control gaps, quantify/assess risk impact, and recommend improvements.

3) Governance, Compliance & Internal Controls Review compliance with applicable policies, regulatory obligations, and internal procedures.

Support the business with consulting projects when requested (e.g., control enhancement, process improvement).

Assist leadership in strengthening governance practices and control maturity.

4) Team Leadership & Function Management Manage and develop internal audit resources (and/or co-source partners if applicable).

Ensure quality assurance in work papers, documentation, and audit reporting.

Mentor stakeholders on internal controls and audit findings interpretation.

5) Stakeholder Management & Reporting Present audit results to senior management and/or the Audit Committee , clearly explaining: Root causes

Risk exposure

Severity/ranking of findings

Practical and prioritized remediation actions

Maintain strong relationships with process owners and finance/commercial/operations leadership.

equirements / Qualifications Education & Professional Credentials Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field .

Preferably CIA (Certified Internal Auditor) , CPA , ACCA , or equivalent certifications.

Strong working knowledge of audit methodologies and risk-based auditing.

Experience [5–8] years of progressive experience in internal audit, external audit, or risk/compliance roles.

[2+] years in a lead/manager capacity (or demonstrated leadership of audit engagements).

Experience auditing retail/wholesale/e-commerce , automotive/parts , logistics/warehousing , or SaaS/technology-enabled operations is a plus.

Experience with internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO) is strongly preferred.

Technical Skills Strong understanding of: Internal controls (financial + operational)

Risk assessment and audit planning

Audit testing and workpaper documentation

Fraud risk indicators and investigative mindset

Proficiency in Excel and audit data analysis; familiarity with audit software/ERP environments is a plus.

Soft Skills Excellent written and verbal communication.

Ability to challenge constructively and influence senior stakeholders.

High ownership, strong integrity, and attention to detail.