Director, Financial Audit

Job Summary :The Financial Audit Director is responsible for leading, managing, and enhancing the Fund’s financial audit function to ensure financial integrity, operational efficiency, and the effectiveness of internal control systems in alignment with governance best practices. The role designs and oversees the overall audit strategy, risk-based audit plans, and performance frameworks to measure efficiency, accuracy, and compliance in financial operations and reporting. The Director leads assurance engagements, provides strategic recommendations, and collaborates with the Risk & Audit Committee and executive management while maintaining full professional independence and objectivity.Responsibilities & Accountabilities :-Direct and oversee financial audit team activities to ensure efficient execution in accordance with approved policies and procedures.-Provide coaching, mentoring, and professional development aligned with internal audit standards.-Conduct periodic performance reviews and quality assessments to ensure accountability and audit excellence.-Supervise preparation of periodic audit reports summarizing activities, key findings, and performance indicators.-Review audit working papers and documentation for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with professional standards.-Prepare executive summaries and dashboards for Senior Management and the Audit & Risk Committee.-Develop and implement a comprehensive risk-based annual audit plan aligned with the Fund’s strategy and priorities.-Oversee enterprise risk assessment activities to incorporate emerging risks, regulatory requirements, and financial developments.-Design and maintain internal audit methodologies aligned with International Internal Audit Standards and COSO framework.-Oversee financial audit engagements to ensure adequacy and efficiency of implemented controls.-Develop comprehensive understanding of institutional processes including procurement, HR, IT, and service delivery to ensure audit accuracy.-Supervise financial audit assignments ensuring accuracy and reliability of financial reporting.-Review accounting, treasury, payroll, and capital expenditure processes to ensure financial data integrity.-Coordinate with external auditors to ensure alignment of audit scope and objectives.-Collaborate with Risk and Compliance functions to maintain an integrated control environment.-Identify and assess material financial risks and recommend appropriate mitigation controls.-Provide assurance that risk management frameworks and control systems operate effectively.-Integrate modern audit technologies such as data analytics, automation, and continuous auditing.-Adopt best professional practices to improve audit quality and efficiency.-Encourage innovation through predictive analytics and early risk indicators.-Deliver timely, evidence-based audit reports to the Audit & Risk Committee and Executive Management.-Ensure recommendations are actionable and supported by sufficient evidence.-Translate technical audit findings into strategic insights for decision-makers.Job Requirements:-Education : Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred).-Professional certifications such as CIA, CPA, CISA are highly desirable.-Years of experience : A Minimum 9 years of experience in internal audit, with at least 5 years in supervisory or leadership roles.-Skills :Financial Systems & Regulations, Cybersecurity Requirements Awareness, Evidence-Based Recommendations, Audit Operations, Internal Advisory & Consulting, Stakeholder Engagement, Quality Oriented.