Internal Auditor

About the Role

We are seeking an Internal Auditor to become a vital member of our Internal Audit team based in Abu Dhabi, UAE. This full-time position involves conducting independent, risk-focused audit engagements designed to evaluate the efficiency of internal controls, risk management systems, and organizational processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and performing internal audits by understanding audit goals, scopes, key risks, and existing control frameworks.
• Conduct detailed examinations of processes and gain in-depth insight into business operations and workflows.
• Carry out comprehensive testing of internal controls, financial records, operational activities, and automated system data.
• Verify documentation, confirm transaction validity, monitor operational procedures, and assess automated controls.
• Utilize analytical methods to detect control weaknesses, anomalies, risks, and inefficiencies in processes.
• Create meticulous audit working papers documenting tests, evidence, findings, and conclusions.
• Compose audit observations and assist in drafting audit reports including root-cause examination and recommendations.
• Collaborate with process owners and stakeholders to collect information, clarify results, and review preliminary audit findings.
• Keep audit records precise and systematically organized adhering to internal audit quality standards.
• Promote the use of data analytics, audit technologies, and digital auditing tools.
• Participate in the ongoing enhancement of the Internal Audit function by contributing insights and lessons learned.
• Continue advancing knowledge in risk management, internal control systems, business processes, and auditing standards.
• Aim to achieve the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) certification.

Candidate Profile

• 4 to 6 years of professional experience in internal auditing, ideally within the steel or cement sectors, or with consulting firms.
• Prior experience with Big Four audit firms is advantageous.
• Thorough understanding of audit methodologies, internal control frameworks, and risk management principles.
• Hands-on experience in audit fieldwork, control testing, documentation, and preparing reports.
• Excellent analytical abilities, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Capability to work autonomously as well as cooperatively with senior auditors and business teams.
• Proficiency in English is required; Arabic language skills are preferred.
• Professional qualifications such as Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or Associate Chartered Accountant (ACA) are desired.
• Possession of a relevant Bachelor's degree is mandatory.

Why Choose Us?

This role offers the chance to join a developing Internal Audit department while gaining exposure to a variety of business processes and risk factors. You will have a direct role in enhancing corporate governance, internal controls, and organizational performance within a dynamic industrial setting.

Analytical, motivated audit professionals eager to advance their careers in a robust industrial environment are encouraged to apply.