We seek a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as an Internal Audit Manager, the role is to ensure the integrity, efficiency, and effectiveness of an organization's internal controls and risk management processes.
By conducting audits, evaluating controls, and providing recommendations, the Internal Audit Manager helps the organization achieve its strategic objectives while maintaining compliance with regulations and best practices.
Key responsibilities
- Developing and implementing audit plans: This involves identifying areas of risk and creating a comprehensive audit plan to assess the effectiveness of internal controls and compliance with regulations.
- Conducting audits and risk assessments: Perform audits of various business processes and functions to evaluate their efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance with policies and procedures. They also assess potential risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.
- Evaluating internal controls: Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls in place to safeguard assets, ensure accuracy of financial records, and promote operational efficiency.
- Providing recommendations: Based on audit findings, provide recommendations for process improvements, risk mitigation, and strengthening internal controls.
- Ensuring compliance: Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies. They also monitor changes in regulations and update audit processes accordingly.
- Reporting and communication: Prepare and present audit reports to management, highlighting findings, recommendations, and areas for improvement.
Communicate with stakeholders such as Audit committee and leaders, to address concerns and provide guidance on best practices.
Skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong knowledge of auditing principles, accounting standards, and internal control frameworks.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficient in using audit tools.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
- High capability dealing with stakeholders.
Education and certifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- CA or CIA certification is a must.
Experience
- 3-7 years of experience in internal audit, with specific focus on risk-based audit procedures
- Experience in professional services, IT services, telecom or banking is required
- Previous experience in an auditing, internal controls, or risk management of a multinational corporation is a must.
- Previous experience working in Saudi Arabia is a must.
Languages
- Fluent command of English and Arabic
