The Internal Auditor is responsible for evaluating and improving the effectiveness of risk management, internal controls, and governance processes within the Debono Group companies. This includes ensuring compliance with financial regulations, operational policies, and industry standards to safeguard the company’s assets and financial performance, and enhance operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

1. Audit Planning & Execution

o Develop and implement risk-based internal audit plans based on a three year program designed to address all finance cycles.

o Conduct financial, operational, and compliance audits.

o Evaluate internal controls and business processes.

o Identify areas for improvement and recommend corrective actions.

2. Financial & Operational Compliance

o Ensure adherence to internal policies and external regulations.

o Review financial statements, cash management, and inventory controls.

o Assess revenue recognition and expense management processes.

o Verify dealership transactions, including vehicle sales, financing, and service revenue.

3. Risk Assessment & Management

o Identify and assess financial and operational risks.

o Address areas that are identified as having or potentially posing a negative impact or disproportionate risk to the Group’s financial performance, stability and/or sustainability.

o Recommend risk mitigation strategies.

o Conduct fraud investigations where necessary.

4. Reporting & Documentation

o Prepare clear and concise audit reports with findings and recommendations.

o Present audit results to senior management. 

o Engaging with the Audit Committee, the Statutory Auditor and the Board as may be required from time to time

o Maintain accurate records of audit activities and follow-up actions.

5. Stakeholder Engagement

o Ability to engage with peers across different departments and to identify and manage resistance and influence the adoption of necessary process enhancements.

o Provide guidance on best practices and internal controls.

o Assist in training staff on compliance and risk management.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong analytical capability combined with problem-solving skills

• Excellent attention to detail

• Knowledge of financial principles and auditing standards

• Understanding of car dealership operations and industry-specific regulations

• Effective communication and report-writing skills

• Ability to retain a degree of independence and carry out duties in an objective manner

• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite

Qualifications & Experience:

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

• Professional certification (e.g., CPA, CIA, CISA) preferred

• 3+ years of auditing experience, preferably in the automotive or retail industry

• Familiarity with dealership management systems (DMS) is an advantage

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration package 
• Continuous development and mentoring 
• Flexible working arrangement 
• Health insurance 
• Employee referral scheme 
• Monthly treats 
• Employee discounts