Retail Audit Lead

**We are seeking a Retail Audit Lead to join our dynamic M-KOPA South Africa team as we establish comprehensive audit frameworks that ensure compliance, optimize performance, and safeguard our assets across all retail locations.**:
As the Retail Audit Lead, you will **design and implement comprehensive retail audit systems** while **driving operational excellence** across our retail network. This role is perfect for someone who **thrives on precision**, **embraces analytical challenges**, and is **passionate about operational excellence** in a mission-driven environment.

You'll **establish audit excellence frameworks**, **lead inventory and compliance auditing**, and **drive process optimization** through **data-driven insights** and **advanced analytics**. Your work will **directly contribute to the financial inclusion mission** that transforms millions of lives while ensuring **regulatory compliance** and **fraud prevention** across all M-KOPA retail outlets.

This is a **specialized leadership opportunity**, offering the chance to **build audit excellence from the ground up** and **drive accountability** across our expanding South African retail operations.

**About Us**

At M-KOPA, we are committed to making everyday essentials **accessible through flexible financing**. As our **Retail Audit Lead**, you will play a **crucial role in enabling that mission** by establishing **robust audit frameworks** that ensure **compliance**, **optimize performance**, and **safeguard our assets** across all retail locations.

You will **design and implement comprehensive retail audit systems**, commencing **systematic auditing of shop performance** across all key retail locations. Your responsibilities span **inventory and compliance auditing**, **process optimization**, **regulatory compliance**, **advanced analytics and reporting**, and **risk and fraud prevention**.

You'll **perform comprehensive inventory audits** and **compliance assessments**, **analyze operational data** to identify improvement opportunities, and **prepare detailed audit reports** with actionable recommendations for management. Your ability to **identify patterns and discrepancies**, **drive compliance across teams**, and **maintain the highest standards of integrity** will be essential to success.

This role is designed for an **audit excellence leader** who is **analytically rigorous**, **detail-oriented**, and **committed to operational integrity**. If you're ready to establish audit frameworks that protect and optimize our retail operations while supporting financial inclusion across South Africa, this could be your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

**Expertise**

We are looking for an **accomplished audit professional** with a **Bachelor's degree** and **professional audit certifications (CIA, CISA, or equivalent) being highly valued**, plus **minimum 3-5 years in audit, compliance, or retail operations roles**—ideally with **demonstrated expertise in inventory management and regulatory compliance**.

You will bring:

- ** Proven experience** in **audit, compliance, or retail operations** with strong track record of **inventory management** and **regulatory compliance**.
- ** Technical proficiency** with **advanced skills** in **audit software**, **data analysis tools**, **Microsoft Office Suite**, and **inventory management systems**.
- ** Analytical excellence** with **strong problem-solving capabilities**, **exceptional attention to detail**, and ability to **identify patterns and discrepancies**.
- ** Outstanding communication skills**—both **verbal and written**—with ability to **present complex findings clearly** to diverse stakeholders.
- ** Natural leadership qualities** with ability to **influence and drive compliance** across teams while **maintaining professional relationships**.
- ** Deep understanding** of **retail operations**, **financial services regulations**, and **audit best practices in African markets**.
- ** Risk management expertise** with experience in **fraud prevention** and **implementing robust operational controls**.
- ** Process improvement mindset** with ability to **analyze operational data** and **identify optimization opportunities**.

**What We Offer**
- A **mission-driven environment** where your audit excellence directly supports financial inclusion across South Africa.
- ** Specialized leadership role** with opportunity to **build audit frameworks from the ground up** in a high-growth fintech.
- ** Direct impact** on **operational excellence** and **regulatory compliance** across our expanding retail network.
- ** Advanced analytics focus** with access to **cutting-edge tools** and **data-driven decision-making** opportunities.
- ** Competitive compensation** and a values-driven culture rooted in **innovation, inclusion, and empowerment**.
- ** Professional development opportunities** with a **diverse, high-performing team** committed to operational integrity.

If you're ready to **establish audi