Job Title: Assistant Manager – Internal Audit
Work Location: Kathmandu, Nepal
Role Type: Full Time
Division: Corporate
POSITION OVERVIEW:
This position is responsible for planning and executing audits in line with the annual audit calendar and applicable standards such as Nepal Financial Reporting Standards (NFRS), International Standards on Auditing (ISA), and ICAN guidelines. The role involves conducting comprehensive risk assessments, evaluating internal control systems, and ensuring adherence to key regulatory frameworks including the Income Tax Act, VAT Act, and Labor Act. The Assistant Manager is expected to prepare detailed audit reports highlighting findings, observations, and actionable recommendations. In addition to core audit responsibilities, the role extends to advisory functions, offering strategic input on improving financial processes, enhancing internal controls, and mitigating risks.
KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Audit Planning & Execution
– Plan and execute audits as per established audit calendar and in compliance with Nepal Financial Reporting Standards (NFRS), International Standards on Auditing (ISA), and ICAN guidelines.
– Perform risk assessments and design audit strategies accordingly.
– Review and verify financial documents, records, and reports. - Compliance & Internal Controls
– Assess and test internal control systems.
– Ensure compliance with Income Tax Act 2058, VAT Act, Labor Act, and other applicable Nepali laws and regulations.
– Identify areas of non-compliance and suggest corrective actions. - Reporting
– Prepare detailed audit reports with observations, findings, and recommendations.
– Present audit findings to senior management or clients.
– Ensure timely submission of statutory audit reports to authorities such as the Inland Revenue Department or the Office of the Auditor General. - Advisory & Improvement
– Provide advisory support to clients or departments on financial processes and risk mitigation.
– Recommend improvements to accounting systems, business processes, and internal controls.
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION:
- CA/ACCA/CPA (or equivalent) certification preferred.
SKILLS/JOB SPECIFICATION:
- Minimum of 3–5 years of relevant experience in internal audit, external audit, or risk advisory.
- Experience in planning and executing audits independently.
- Familiarity with tax laws, labor laws, and financial compliance in Nepal.
- Strong knowledge of NFRS, ISA, and auditing tools.
- Sound understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements in Nepal.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to identify risk areas.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); experience with ERP systems is an advantage.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
- High level of integrity and professional ethics