Junior Internal Auditor – Manufacturing

About the role

NAFFCO is seeking a motivated Junior Internal Auditor to support its internal audit function within manufacturing operations. You will work closely with operations, quality, finance and compliance teams to assess controls, ensure regulatory compliance and identify improvement opportunities.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in planning and executing internal audit engagements across manufacturing sites, covering operational, financial and compliance audits.
• Conduct audits of projects, inventory, supply chain, procurement and quality‑control processes.
• Analyze workflows to uncover inefficiencies, redundancies and cost‑saving opportunities.
• Identify risks, control gaps and process inefficiencies, providing actionable recommendations.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, operational workflows and regulatory compliance.
• Prepare clear audit reports and present findings to the Audit Manager.
• Follow up on corrective actions to ensure implementation and sustained improvement.
• Collaborate with operations, quality, HSE and finance stakeholders to understand specific manufacturing risks.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of audit procedures, checklists and documentation.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and adhere to professional standards.

Required profile

• Practical experience or exposure to internal audit, compliance or quality assurance (internships or placements are a plus).
• Basic understanding of internal control frameworks, risk assessment and audit testing techniques.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes, quality systems and common industrial risks.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• Typically 4–6 years of experience in internal or operational audit.

Required skills

• Microsoft Excel for data analysis.
• Microsoft Word for reporting.
• Microsoft PowerPoint for presentations.