Job Description
About Us
Romina PLC was founded in 1973 by Girma Taye, has grown from a small restaurant in Arat Kilo into a diversified group with a strong presence in hospitality, trading, sole importer of Jaquar World bathroom solutions coffee exporting, and product distribution.
To provide independent and objective assurance and advisory support on the effectiveness of Romina PLC's risk management, internal controls, governance, compliance, financial reporting and operational processes.
Job Summary
The Internal Audit Manager will establish and implement a risk-based internal audit function that identifies and assesses key risks, evaluates the effectiveness of internal controls, identifies control weaknesses, and recommends practical improvements to strengthen operational efficiency, financial integrity, asset protection, and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, standards, and company policies.
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The role will provide independent assurance across Romina PLC’s diverse business operations, including retail and hospitality, manufacturing and supply chain, international trade and distribution, and agricultural processing. The Manager will work with management and relevant departments to improve processes, strengthen internal controls, reduce operational and financial risks, and promote consistent application of established procedures.
The Internal Audit Manager will also work closely with the Finance team and other functions to strengthen financial procedures, reporting quality, control processes, and compliance with required standards, while maintaining the independence and objectivity of the internal audit function.
The role will lead the internal audit team and ensure that audit activities are planned and conducted based on identified business risks and priorities. It will also monitor the implementation of agreed corrective actions and provide management with clear, evidence-based recommendations to support sound decision-making and continuous improvement.
Audit strategy, risk assessment and planning
Internal control, governance and compliance
Financial and procedural process auditing
Operational efficiency and business process review
System audit and data reconciliation
Audit reporting, recommendations and follow-up
Financial support and capacity building
Team leadership and professional development
Job Requirements
Education:
BA Degree in Accounting, Finance, Auditing, Business Administration or related field.
Masters degree in Accounting, Finance, Auditing, Business Administration or a related discipline is preferred
Professional certification such as: Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA)
Knowledge of professional audit standards, internal control, enterprise risk management, fraud risk, and IT control.
Other relevant professional audit or accounting certification.
Minimum 7–10 years of relevant experience in internal audit, external audit, financial control, risk management, or a related field.
At least 3 years of supervisory or managerial experience in internal audit, audit, finance, or a related function.
Experience in auditing financial, operational, and procedural processes in a diversified business, hospitality, retail, manufacturing, distribution, or service organization is an advantage.
Experience in risk assessment, audit planning, internal control evaluation, financial reporting review, audit reporting, and corrective-action follow-up.
Experience working with senior management, Finance teams, and cross-functional departments.
Experience with ERP systems, data analysis, and reconciliation of system and manual records is an advantage.
Experience in tax, treasury, foreign currency, related party transaction, major projects capital expenditure , procurement and supply chain auditing
Skills & Competencies
Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, internal auditing, and internal control frameworks.
Knowledge of risk management, governance, compliance, and audit methodologies.
Knowledge of applicable Ethiopian laws, tax requirements, proclamations, and regulatory requirements.
Familiarity with ERP, accounting, financial reporting, and data-analysis systems.
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