Assistant Manager Internal Audit

Nestlé; Lahore; On-site; PKR 2,000,000 - 3,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Nestlé in Lahore, Pakistan is seeking an Assistant Manager – Internal Audit to enhance and protect organizational value by providing risk-based and objective assurance, advice, and insights.

The role supports governance and control by ensuring reliability of information, safeguarding assets and ensuring compliance with policies and regulations. A challenging, impactful role within a global FMCG leader.

Qualifications

• Professional qualification such as CA, CMA, ACCA, or a Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Accounting, Auditing, Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, Environment & Sustainability, AI, Data Sciences.
• Professional certifications like CIA, CFE, or CISA are advantageous.
• 3–5 years of experience in an international accounting/audit firm or large FMCG organization; cross-functional exposure preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform internal audit engagements across Nestlé entities including Head Offices, Businesses, Sales Offices, Factories, Distribution Centers, Shared Service Centers, third-party providers, and newly acquired businesses.
• Collaborate with the Audit Team Leader to conduct preliminary risk assessments and plan audits.
• Prepare comprehensive audit working papers documenting findings and conclusions.
• Manage relationships with stakeholders and resolve issues through proactive communication.
• Conduct special reviews and ad hoc assignments, including fraud investigations.
• Ensure timely follow-up on audit findings to strengthen internal controls.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

CA / CMA / ACCA

Bachelor's/Master's degree in Accounting, Auditing, Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, Environment & Sustainability, AI, Data Sciences

Job description

Job Description:

Position Snapshot

Location: Lahore, Pakistan

Job Type: Full Time, Onsite

Position Summary

Enhance and protect organizational value, reputation, and sustainability by providing risk-based and objective assurance, advice, and insights.

The role supports Nestlé’s governance and control environment by ensuring:

• Reliability and integrity of financial and operational information
• Safeguarding of company assets and reputation
• Effectiveness and efficiency of operations and internal controls
• Compliance with internal policies, external regulations, company principles, and guidelines

The position also ensures appropriate follow-up of audit recommendations and contributes to advisory services related to governance, risk management, and internal controls.

A Day in the Life of an Assistant Manager – Internal Audit

• Perform internal audit engagements across Nestlé entities including Head Offices, Businesses, Sales Offices, Factories, Distribution Centers, Shared Service Centers, third-party providers, and newly acquired businesses.
• Collaborate with and support the Audit Team Leader in conducting preliminary risk assessments to effectively plan audit engagements. This includes reviewing relevant documentation, interviewing key stakeholders, and initiating testing through available tools.
• Prepare comprehensive audit working papers to document findings, support conclusions, and ensure alignment with audit engagement objectives.
• Manage relationships with key stakeholders, addressing issues and resolving conflicts through proactive communication and collaboration.
• Conduct special reviews and ad hoc assignments requested by management, including fraud investigations and cross-functional projects tailored to specific business needs.
• Ensure timely follow-up on audit findings and recommendations to strengthen internal control processes.

What Will Make You Successful

• Professional qualification such as CA, CMA, ACCA, or a Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Accounting, Auditing, Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, Environment & Sustainability, Artificial intelligence, Data Sciences.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) will be considered an advantage.
• 3 - 5 years of relevant experience in an international accounting/audit firm or a large Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) organization. Operational experience in areas such as Finance, Supply Chain, Sales, Marketing, or Industrial Performance will be an added advantage.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.