Director of Internal Audit Department

IRES is looking for an experienced Director of Internal Audit Department for a diversified group of companies operating across construction, development, project management, commercial, procurement, finance, and related business functions.

The successful candidate will be responsible for establishing and developing an independent, risk-based Internal Audit function across the Group and providing objective assurance directly to senior management and the Board.

Key Responsibilities:

• Establish and develop the Group-wide Internal Audit function and risk-based audit framework
• Develop and implement annual risk-based audit plans
• Conduct and oversee financial, operational and business process audits
• Assess the effectiveness of internal controls and risk management processes
• Audit construction and project-related activities, including project costs, budgets, contractor payments, procurement and contract management
• Identify fraud, compliance and operational risks
• Develop audit methodologies, reporting standards and follow-up mechanisms
• Monitor implementation of audit recommendations and recurring findings
• Present audit findings, recommendations and dashboards directly to the Board
• Build and lead the Internal Audit team while ensuring the independence of the function
• Support continuous improvement of the Group’s governance and control environment

Candidate Requirements:

• 7–10+ years of relevant experience in Internal Audit, Risk and/or Control functions
• Minimum 3–5 years of managerial experience
• Strong hands-on Internal Audit experience is mandatory
• Solid knowledge of risk-based auditing, financial and operational audit, internal controls and risk assessment
• Proven experience reporting to C-level management and/or Board level
• Experience within a multi-company group or holding structure is highly desirable
• Previous experience in Construction, Real Estate, Development, Engineering, Infrastructure or Manufacturing will be a strong advantage
• Big4 or international audit firm experience is highly desirable
• CIA certification is an advantage; ACCA, CISA, CPA, DipIFR, CRMA or other relevant international certifications will also be considered an asset
• Knowledge of COSO, Three Lines Model, Risk & Control Matrix and audit methodology
• Strong Excel skills; Power BI, ERP systems and data/audit analytics experience are advantageous
• Fluent Azerbaijani and good command of English; Russian is an advantage

 Interested candidates can send their CV to the e-mail address in the Apply for job button.