Audit Manager

The purpose of this role is to support the delivery of Dentsu's Global Internal Audit strategy by executing risk-based audits that provide independent assurance over the effectiveness of governance, risk management and internal controls.

The Internal Audit Manager partners with business and functional leaders across the organisation to evaluate key risks, assess business processes and provide practical recommendations that strengthen controls, improve operational effectiveness and support sustainable business growth. The person in this role typically has responsibility for audits across a region and / or group functions. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Lead and deliver risk-based internal audit engagements across operational, financial, compliance and strategic business processes in line with the approved Internal Audit Plan. 

• Plan and execute audit engagements by performing risk assessments, defining audit scope, conducting walkthroughs, evaluating controls and documenting audit procedures. 

• Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of governance, risk management and internal control frameworks, identifying opportunities to strengthen controls and improve business processes. 

• Prepare clear, concise and high-quality audit reports that communicate key observations, root causes, risks and agreed management actions. 

• Present audit findings and recommendations to management, monitor remediation plans and validate the implementation of agreed corrective actions. 

• Leads meetings with management to discuss key audit issues and resolve differing opinions in audit ratings, achieving appropriate outcomes 

• Partner with stakeholders across Finance, Operations, Technology, HR, Procurement and other business functions to build trusted relationships while maintaining audit independence. 

• Support enterprise risk assessments, investigations, advisory reviews and other special projects, as required, providing independent insight on governance, risk and control matters. 

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the Internal Audit function by enhancing audit methodologies, promoting the use of AI, data analytics and staying informed of emerging business, technology and regulatory risks. 

• Leads, motivates and manages staff from both within the team and through external consultants in order to achieve department objectives, including resourcing and people development 

• Coach and support junior team members, fostering collaboration, knowledge sharing and continuous professional development. 

Qualifications, Experience & Skills 

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related discipline; CPA, CA, ACCA, CIA or equiva