Country Head, Internal Audit
About the role
Dangote Cement PLC seeks a Head of Internal Audit for its Mtwara plant in Tanzania. The role leads the Internal Audit Team, oversees audit activities across the group's companies, and ensures high standards of compliance, governance, internal controls and risk management. Responsibilities: - Design and implement a comprehensive internal audit plan for Dangote Cement - Supervise internal auditors to ensure efficient and effective audits - Provide strategic advice and recommendations to top management based on audit findings - Ensure compliance with internal guidelines, processes, and legal requirements - Oversee and evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and risk management procedures - Present audit findings to the Audit Committee and Executive Leadership How to apply: Apply online through the Dangote careers portal: https://careers.dangote.com/job/Mtwara-Plant-Tanzania-Country-Head%2C-Internal-Audit-Mtwa/1374558757/
Key requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field; an MSc in Accounting or an MBA is an added advantage.
- Minimum Associate-level membership of a professional body such as the Certified Institute of Auditors (CIA) or ACCA, or an equivalent certification (mandatory).
- Minimum of 20 years of financial and operational audit experience, including 5 years in executive leadership.
- Big 4, global corporate or international experience is preferred.
- Diverse industry exposure, for example manufacturing or energy.
- Strong understanding of financial controls and accounting standards.
- Familiarity with fraud indicators and SAP.
- Effective communication, critical thinking and analytical skills.
- Proficiency in financial reporting, analysis and industry knowledge.
- Leadership and team supervision
- Internal and operational auditing
- Financial controls and accounting standards