We are looking for an experienced Internal Audit & Compliance Lead to lead and coordinate internal audit activities, strengthen compliance and internal controls, and ensure audit recommendations translate into meaningful operational improvements. The role focuses on audit governance, follow-through, accountability, risk management, and continuous process improvement, while working closely with management and department heads to strengthen organizational controls and compliance.

Location

Thapagaun, Kathmandu

Working Hours

10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Working Days

Sunday – Friday

Responsibilities of the Candidate

Lead and coordinate internal and external audit engagements, serving as the primary liaison between auditors, management, and business teams.

Develop and manage the annual internal audit calendar and ensure timely execution of audit activities.

Review audit findings and recommendations, prioritize key risks, and ensure timely closure of audit observations.

Track corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and drive implementation across relevant departments.

Monitor compliance with company policies, internal controls, SOPs, and applicable regulatory requirements.

Identify operational and compliance risks, control gaps, process inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities.

Evaluate the effectiveness of existing internal controls and recommend practical improvements.

Work closely with department heads to strengthen accountability, governance, risk management, and operational effectiveness.

Lead/support the development and improvement of policies, SOPs, process documentation, and internal control frameworks.

Promote a culture of compliance, transparency, accountability, and risk awareness across the organization.

Provide guidance to teams on audit readiness, compliance requirements, and control improvements.

Prepare and present periodic reports and dashboards covering audit status, compliance performance, outstanding observations, risks, and improvement initiatives to management.

Ensure appropriate documentation and follow-up of audit and compliance activities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.

4+ years of relevant experience in internal audit, compliance, risk, internal controls, operations, or process improvement.

Semi-qualified CA or qualified CA (ICAN/ICAI) preferred.

Strong understanding of internal controls, audit methodologies, compliance practices, risk management, and business processes.

Proven ability to identify risks, assess control effectiveness, and recommend practical improvements.

Experience coordinating audit activities and driving closure of audit findings and corrective actions.

Strong analytical, documentation, reporting, and problem-solving skills.

Excellent stakeholder management, coordination, communication, and follow-up abilities.

Ability to work effectively with senior management and cross-functional department heads.

Proficiency in MS Excel, reporting, dashboards, and documentation tools.

High level of integrity, accountability, confidentiality, and attention to detail.

To Apply: Please send your updated CV to [email protected]. Qualified candidates will be contacted for the next stage of the recruitment process.

Job Specification

Job Type

Full Time

Work Mode

Onsite

Level

Senior

Openings

1

Apply Before

2026-10-06

Skills

Risk Assessment

Internal Controls

Internal Audit

Audit Coordination

Compliance management

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