Senior Internal Auditor Full Time

Senior Internal Auditor Jobs in Abu Dhabi, UAE

Job Purpose:

The Senior Internal Auditor will lead and execute audit engagements, evaluate internal controls, identify risks, and provide a clear report with recommendations to enhance efficiency, compliance, and governance. This role requires strong technical expertise, independence, and the ability to effectively engage with senior stakeholders.

Principal Responsibilities

• Conduct the planning, execution, and reporting of financial, operational, and compliance audits across the Group in line with internal audit standards and best practices.
• Develop, review, and maintain Risk & Control Matrices (RCM) for key business processes to ensure comprehensive audit coverage.
• Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, risk management frameworks, and governance processes.
• Identify control gaps and process weaknesses, propose practical recommendations, and follow up on the implementation of corrective actions.
• Prepare clear, concise, and well-structured audit reports for management and stakeholders.
• Supervise and monitor auditors during audit engagements, providing guidance, coaching, and quality review.
• Contribute to the preparation of the annual audit plan by identifying key risk areas and emerging issues.

Key Skills

• Analytical thinker with strong conceptual and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Time management skills, Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• High integrity, independence, and attention to detail.
• Excellent computer skills in MS Office

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Engineering, Business or a related field.
• Professional certification preferred (CIA, CRMA, CPA, or ACCA, etc.)

Experience:

• Minimum 5 to 7 years of relevant audit experience, ideally in an Audit firm or diversified group.
• Experience in leading audits and managing audit teams.
• Strong knowledge of International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (IPPF).

Language Requirements:

• English – Fluent (required)
• Arabic – Fluent (preferred, not mandatory)