Internal Auditor (CIA completed)

SUMMARY:
Ready to take ownership of audits that actually make an impact? Apply now and become a key driver of governance and operational excellence across a growing retail and distribution group.

POSITION INFO:
A leading distributor and retailer with a footprint of many retail stores, is looking to appoint an Internal Auditor to strengthen its internal audit function across both distribution and retail operations.

This role is ideal for a hands-on, commercially minded auditor who enjoys being close to the business and adding real value beyond compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute internal audit engagements across head office, distribution centres, and retail stores
• Assess the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes
• Conduct operational, financial, and compliance audits within a high-volume retail environment
• Identify control gaps, inefficiencies, and risks, and provide practical, value-adding recommendations
• Prepare clear, concise audit reports and present findings to management
• Follow up on audit findings to ensure timely implementation of corrective actions
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and ad-hoc investigations where required

• Relevant qualification and completed CIA
• 3+ years’ internal audit experience, ideally within retail, distribution, FMCG, or a multi-site environment
• Strong understanding of internal controls, risk, and governance frameworks
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Willingness to travel locally to retail stores and operational sites
• High attention to detail with a pragmatic, solutions-driven mindset