AM – Internal Audit & Controls | Retail & Textile

Techilvy is recruiting on behalf of a well-established clothing and retail brand for the position of Assistant Manager – Internal Audit & Controls. This role involves conducting comprehensive financial and operational audits, evaluating business risks, and enhancing internal control systems. The successful candidate will ensure compliance across critical business functions such as retail operations, inventory management, payroll, finance, supply chain, and POS systems. The position requires close collaboration with various departments to maintain strong governance and risk mitigation practices.

Key Responsibilities

- Conduct internal audits and risk assessments across financial and operational areas.
- Review and evaluate internal controls, processes, and procedures to identify gaps and recommend improvements.
- Perform audits covering payroll, accounts payable and receivable, inventory, supply chain, POS, and retail operations.
- Identify financial, operational, and process-related risks, proposing appropriate controls and corrective actions.
- Ensure business processes comply with internal policies and established control frameworks.
- Conduct store and operational audits to verify adherence to company policies.
- Analyze financial and operational data to detect discrepancies, irregularities, control weaknesses, and potential risks.
- Prepare detailed audit reports outlining findings, risks, recommendations, and corrective measures.
- Follow up with relevant departments to ensure timely implementation of corrective actions.
- Collaborate with finance, operations, HR, supply chain, and retail teams to strengthen internal control frameworks.
- Maintain thorough documentation and audit working papers for all assignments.
- Support management in process improvements, risk mitigation, and enhancing overall governance and controls.

Required Qualifications

- Part-qualified or finalist in CA, ACCA, CMA, or CIA.
- Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in internal audit, preferably within retail, textile, apparel, or FMCG sectors.
- Strong knowledge of financial and operational audit practices.
- Hands-on experience auditing inventory, payroll, payables, receivables, POS, and supply chain functions.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Solid understanding of internal controls, risk assessment, and audit methodologies.
- Strong reporting, documentation, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently while effectively coordinating with multiple departments.

Working Hours and Location

This is a full-time, in-person role based at the Head Office in Karachi. Working hours are Monday to Saturday, from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

About the Recruitment Process

Techilvy is managing this recruitment on behalf of the client. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further stages of the hiring process.

Application Requirements

Candidates are encouraged to submit an updated CV highlighting their experience in internal audit, risk management, and internal controls. Applicants should be prepared to answer the following questions during the application process:

1. How soon can you join if selected?
2. Do you have experience working within or for a retail clothing brand? If yes, please specify the brand.
3. How many years of experience do you have as an Internal Auditor & Controller?
4. What is your age and current area of residence?
5. What is your current or last salary, and what are your salary expectations?

This opportunity offers a challenging role for professionals seeking to contribute to a dynamic retail and textile environment by strengthening internal audit and control functions.