(Retail Chain) Head Of Internal Audit

**About the Company**

Set up in 2005, this award-winning retail chain has been growing across APAC at a brisk pace and the local branch set up a few years ago, now has 200+ stores and is expected to grow to more than double that number of brick and mortar stores, nationwide.
This expansion is part of a regional growth campaign by a leading private equity group in Southeast Asia.
**Role Summary**:
The Head of Internal Audit is responsible for the strategic risk-based internal audit plan and managing the internal audit function in accordance with the Company's internal audit charter and the professional standards for internal auditing promulgated by the Institute of Internal Auditors.
Responsibilities include providing reasonable assurance on the effectiveness of the organization's risk management and the strength of internal controls.
The position assesses organization-wide compliance with the Company's internal policies and procedures, laws and regulations, efficiency of operations.
The Head of Internal Audit reports directly to the Audit Committee and dotted line to the CEO when it comes to audit findings and presenting recommendations for improvement.
**Responsibilities**:

- Develop annually a risk-based internal audit plan for Audit Committee review and approval.
- Oversee the implementation of the approved plan, ensure proper resourcing for implementation of the plan, and adjust the plan as needed in response to changes in the Company's business risks, operations, programs, systems and controls.
- Keep Senior Management and Audit Committee apprised of any changes needed to the internal audit plan.
- Ensure methodical documentation of work plans, testing results, conclusions and recommendations.
- Ensure follow up on findings and corrective actions.
- Remain current on audit and regulatory oversight trends and develop a risk based approach incorporated into the annual audit plan.
- Perform organization-wide risk assessments to identify significant risks or exposure related to internal controls or compliance with the Company's policies and procedures, laws and regulations.
- Provide feedback and recommendations on business risks and improving operational efficiencies and processes where appropriate.
- Coordinate and assist with the preparation of Audit Committee materials.
- Participate in quarterly or more frequent Audit Committee meetings.
- Investigate and report to the Audit Committee on activity reported through the Company's Hotline/ Whistleblower processes and assist in investigations.
- Recommend organization-wide training based on gaps identified to ensure adherence to the Company's practices and policies.
**Requirements**:

- Having 10+ years of audit experience, and 5 years as Audit Head or a comparable position.
- Having bachelor's degree in a related field and certified as CPA, CIA, or CISA.
- Retail industry experience is required.
- Previous working experience with one of the Big Four is a plus.
- Willing to work onsite fully (Working From Office)
- Doing effective communication with the Board of Directors & Senior Management.
- Having good understanding of organizational & management theory and an understanding of the regulatory & legal framework within

Having 10+ years of audit experience, and 5 years as Audit Head or a comparable position.
Having bachelor's degree in a related field and certified as CPA, CIA, or CISA.
Retail industry experience is required.
Previous working experience with one of the Big Four is a plus.
Willing to work onsite fully (Working From Office) Doing effective communication with the Board of Directors & Senior Management.
Having good understanding of organizational & management theory and an understanding of the regulatory & legal framework within