Senior Internal Auditor - Risk & Controls Leader

Gizli Şirket; Fatih; On-site; TRY 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Gizli Şirket is seeking an experienced Internal Auditor to plan and conduct audits that strengthen risk management, internal controls, and governance processes. The role covers evaluating financial and operational procedures, testing controls, and reporting findings with robust evidence.

You'll contribute to annual audit planning, perform fieldwork across departments, and travel to multiple locations as required, including confidential investigations into suspected fraud and regulatory

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• At least five years of experience in internal audit, external audit, internal control or risk management.
• Strong knowledge of accounting, financial reporting and financial control.
• Experience in field audits covering manufacturing and logistics operations is preferred.
• Knowledge of internal audit standards, corporate governance and the Three Lines Model.
• Working knowledge of key employment, tax, commercial and customs legislation.
• Experience assessing ethical violations, conflicts of interest and fraud risks.
• Ability to analyze financial and operational data to identify trends, variances and anomalies.
• Knowledge of process analysis, project management, workflow design and improvement methods.
• Familiarity with process management, internal controls, segregation of duties, performance monitoring and continuous improvement.
• Ability to analyze data and prepare reports using ERP systems; SAP experience is preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical, questioning, reporting and presentation skills.
• Commitment to confidentiality, objectivity and professional ethics.
• Valid driver’s license and active driving experience.
• Professional certifications in internal audit, accounting, risk management or fraud examination are an asset.
• Based on Istanbul’s European side or able to commute to our Head Office.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and implementation of a risk-based annual audit plan.
• Review financial and operational processes for compliance with applicable legislation, company procedures and established control principles.
• Plan and conduct department- and process-based audits, carry out fieldwork and report the results.
• Perform control and verification procedures on accounting records, financial statements, operational reports and supporting documentation.
• Assess transactions for compliance, timely execution and recording, accuracy, completeness, valuation, efficiency, economy, and the proper recognition of rights and obligations.
• Test declarations, documents, records and other audit evidence using sampling techniques.
• Review reconciliation processes for accounts and balances between company departments and external parties, including customers, suppliers and other relevant stakeholders.
• Identify internal control deficiencies, process risks and areas for improvement.
• Report audit findings clearly, objectively and based on sufficient evidence.
• Monitor the timely completion of agreed actions and report their outcomes to the relevant management.
• Conduct independent reviews of matters requiring special attention, including operations, quality, occupational health and safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct confidential investigations into suspected or reported fraud.
• Contribute to the development of internal audit methodologies, control mechanisms and reporting processes.
• Conduct on-site audits at different company locations and travel as required.

Skills

Internal auditing

Risk management

Data analysis

ERP systems (SAP)

Excel

PowerPoint

Auditing standards

Governance & controls

Fraud detection

Communication & presentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Gizli Şirket is seeking an experienced Internal Auditor to plan and conduct audits that strengthen risk management, internal controls, and governance processes. The role covers evaluating financial and operational procedures, testing controls, and reporting findings with robust evidence.

You'll contribute to annual audit planning, perform fieldwork across departments, and travel to multiple locations as required, including confidential investigations into suspected fraud and regulatory