Our client is an airline company providing aviation services and operations. We are looking for a Finance Internal Audit Manager to support the organisation’s financial, operational and compliance assurance activities.

This position is responsible for providing independent and objective assurance over financial, operational and compliance activities. The role will assess the effectiveness of internal controls, governance processes, enterprise risk management and financial reporting controls, while supporting continuous improvement across the organisation.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain the annual risk-based internal audit plan.
• Carry out enterprise-wide financial risk assessments to identify audit priorities.
• Present audit plans and key audit matters to Executive Management.
• Ensure audit coverage supports the company’s strategic objectives.
• Lead audits of financial processes, including revenue, treasury, procurement, payroll, fixed assets, inventory, financial reporting and taxation.
• Review the effectiveness of financial and operational internal controls.
• Assess segregation of duties and identify weaknesses in the control environment.
• Recommend practical improvements to strengthen controls.
• Monitor the implementation of agreed management actions.
• Conduct operational audits across departments, including Flight Operations, Ground Operations, Commercial, Cargo, Engineering, Information Technology, Procurement and Human Resources.
• Assess operational efficiency, effectiveness, economy and compliance with company policies.
• Lead fraud investigations and identify fraud indicators and emerging risks.
• Review whistle-blower reports and recommend fraud prevention controls.
• Support enterprise risk management activities and report significant risks to Executive Management.
• Work with Executive Management to assess the adequacy of risk mitigation plans.
• Prepare professional audit reports and present findings to Executive Management.
• Provide practical recommendations and monitor the closure of audit findings.
• Escalate overdue audit actions when required.
• Provide audit documentation and support the resolution of external audit findings.
• Supervise Internal Audit staff, allocate audit assignments and review working papers.
• Maintain professional internal audit standards.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
• Professional qualification such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Chartered Accountant (CA), CPA Australia or a similar qualification.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in finance, audit or risk management.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a management or senior audit role.
• Experience in aviation, transport or large corporate organisations is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated experience leading financial and operational audits.
• Strong understanding of corporate governance, risk management and internal control frameworks.
• Extensive knowledge of the International Professional Practices Framework.
• Strong understanding of IFRS and taxation legislation.
• Knowledge of enterprise risk management and internal control frameworks.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with ERP systems, data analytics, Power BI or similar analytical tools, audit software, fraud investigation techniques, financial modelling and project management.
• Strong skills in risk assessment, risk-based auditing, control design, financial analysis, fraud detection, root cause analysis, interviewing techniques and evidence collection.
• Excellent report writing, executive presentation, stakeholder management and negotiation skills.
• Strong leadership, strategic thinking, decision-making, coaching and change management skills.
• High ethical standards, independence, objectivity, integrity and confidentiality.
• Strong analytical ability, attention to detail, judgement, problem-solving skills and professionalism.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to influence without direct authority.
• Good time management and resilience under pressure.

Remuneration: Negotiable

Other benefits:

Full-time position will get the following benefits:

• Accommodation and transportation: provided
• Annual Leave: 30 days
• Sick Leave: 9 days
• Annual Leave Tickets: 4 return tickets per annum

This is an on-site position, requiring relocation.

Apply now by sending your CV and relevant qualifications.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Brookfield does not charge any placement fee from candidate.