Group Head, Audit & Internal Controls. at Bridgemead Consulting

Elevate Your Career with Bridgemead Consulting: Group Head, Audit & Internal Controls

Bridgemead Consulting is a holistic and innovative business consultancy dedicated to connecting forward-thinking businesses with exceptional talent. They are currently seeking a seasoned, strategic executive to step into the role of Group Head, Audit & Internal Controls.

This is a high-impact leadership opportunity within a diversified holding company holding major interests across dynamic sectors including Steel Manufacturing, Energy, Oil & Gas, and Mining. If you are an audit professional with a passion for robust governance and operational excellence, this position offers the platform to shape enterprise-wide resilience.

About the Role

Reporting functionally to the Board Audit Committee and administratively to the Group Managing Director/CEO, you will provide independent assurance on the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal control systems across the entire Group. Your leadership will directly drive a resilient control environment, safeguard organizational assets, strengthen regulatory compliance, and deliver critical strategic insights to the Board.

Key Responsibilities

• Internal Audit & Controls: Develop and execute a risk-based Group-wide internal audit strategy and annual audit plan covering the Holding Company and all subsidiaries. Design and improve the internal control framework across financial, operational, compliance, and IT domains.
• Audit, Risk & Compliance Assurance: Lead comprehensive financial, operational, compliance, and forensic audits. Oversee investigations into suspected fraud and collaborate with Enterprise Risk Management to monitor emerging risks.
• Governance & Board Reporting: Prepare and present high-quality audit reports, risk assessments, and internal control updates directly to the Board Audit Committee and Executive Management.
• Leadership & Continuous Improvement: Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing Internal Audit and Controls team tailored to manufacturing, mining, energy, and oil & gas operations.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline. A Master’s degree or MBA is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 12–15 years of progressive experience in Internal Audit, External Audit, Internal Controls, or Risk Assurance, with at least 5 years in a senior audit leadership role.
• Demonstrated experience within a diversified conglomerate or capital-intensive industries such as Mining, Steel Manufacturing, Energy, or Oil & Gas is strongly preferred.

Professional Certifications

• ICAN, ACA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent (Required).
• Certified Internal Auditor - CIA (Strongly preferred).
• Certified Information Systems Auditor - CISA & Certified Fraud Examiner - CFE (Advantageous).

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their detailed resume and cover letter to Bridgemead Consulting via email at careers@bridgemeadconsulting.com. Please ensure the subject line reads "Group Head, Audit & Internal Controls".