Junior Internal Audit (Manufacturing)

Job Summary:
We are looking for a motivated Junior Internal Auditor (Manufacturing) to join our internal audit function. The successful candidate will support risk-based audit activities across manufacturing operations, helping to assess controls, ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements, and identify opportunities for process and control improvements. This is an excellent opportunity to develop audit skills within a technical industrial environment and work closely with operations, quality, finance and compliance teams.

Key Responsibilities – Internal Audit (Manufacturing)

• Assist in planning and executing internal audit engagements across manufacturing sites, including operational, financial and compliance audits.

• Execute audits across projects, manufacturing, inventory, supply chain, procurement, and quality control processes.

• Analyze workflows and processes to uncover inefficiencies, redundancies, and cost-saving opportunities

• Identify risks, control gaps, and process inefficiencies, and provide actionable recommendations to improve productivity, cost efficiency, safety, and governance.

• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, operational workflows, and compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

• Prepare clear and concise audit reports, and present findings to the Audit Manager.

• Follow up on corrective actions to ensure implementation and sustained improvement.

• Strong Stakeholder management and Team collaboration

• Collaborate with operations, quality, HSE and finance stakeholders to understand processes, risks and compliance obligations specific to manufacturing environments.

• Contribute to continuous improvement of audit procedures, checklists and audit documentation to enhance efficiency and consistency.

• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and adhere to professional standards and company policies.

Required Skills – Audit, Analysis & Manufacturing Familiarity

• Some practical experience or exposure to internal audit, compliance, quality assurance or related functions; internships or industrial placements are advantageous.

• Basic understanding of internal control frameworks, risk assessment and audit testing techniques.

• Familiarity with manufacturing processes, quality systems, production controls and common industrial risks.

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and translate observations into clear findings.

• Good verbal and written communication skills; able to prepare concise reports and present findings to a range of stakeholders.

• Proficient in MS Office (Excel for data analysis, Word for reporting, PowerPoint for presentations).

• Attention to detail, methodical working style and a commitment to maintaining professional integrity and confidentiality.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• Typically 4–6 years of experience in internal audit, operational audit, or finance roles within manufacturing sector.

• Working towards a professional qualification (e.g. ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW, IIA) is desirable but not essential.

• Knowledge of relevant standards and regulations applicable to manufacturing (quality, HSE, industry‑specific) is advantageous.

• Proficiency in ORACLE ERP and MS Excel.