Senior Internal Auditor

JOB SUMMARY:

• Hemingways Hospitality Limited is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor who will play a key role in strengthening Hemingways Hospitality Group's governance, risk management, and internal control environment. The role provides independent, risk-based assurance and advisory services that support informed decision-making, safeguard the Group's assets, and enhance operational efficiency across all business units.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Contribute to the development and execution of the annual and long-term risk-based Internal Audit Plans.
• Lead and deliver risk-based internal audit assignments in line with the approved Audit Plan.
• Execute audits in accordance with the Global Internal Audit Standards, ensuring high-quality, value-adding outcomes.
• Identify, assess, and monitor key and emerging risks (financial, operational, compliance, and strategic) across the Group.
• Support the maintenance and updating of divisional risk registers in collaboration with management.
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and recommend practical improvements.
• Build strong, professional working relationships with business leaders and key stakeholders across the Group.
• Provide advisory support to management to improve processes, controls, and risk mitigation practices.
• Act as a trusted business partner while maintaining independence and objectivity.
• Prepare clear, concise, and insightful audit reports that communicate findings, root causes, and actionable recommendations.
• Support the preparation of quarterly Internal Audit reports for the Audit & Risk Committee.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Master's degree is an added advantage.
• Professional certification such as CPA, ACCA, CIA, or CFE.
• Minimum of six (6) years' experience in internal and/or external audit.
• Experience within the hospitality, travel, or service industries is preferred.
• Proven experience delivering risk-based audits and working with senior stakeholders.
• Must have strong understanding of governance, risk management, and internal control frameworks.
• Strong data analytics capability, including working knowledge of Power BI or similar tools to enhance audit planning, testing, and reporting.
• Must have high levels of integrity, objectivity, and professional judgement.