Assistant Manager Internal Audit

About Us

Scope Investment is a diversified investment group with operations across Retail and distribution, Food & Beverages, Real Estate, Healthcare and Automotive sectors. We are committed to building sustainable, well-governed, and high-performing businesses. Strong governance, risk management, and internal controls are core to how we operate. As we continue to grow, we are looking to strengthen our Internal Audit function with professionals who are curious, detail-oriented, and committed to doing things the right way.

About the role

The Assistant Manager Internal Audit will be responsible for planning, executing, and reporting on internal audit engagements, evaluating controls, assessing risks, and supporting governance initiatives.

Job Responsibilities:

Key responsibilities include:

• Planning and executing internal audits and control review engagements across the company and its affiliates
• Performing risk assessments and identifying operational and fraud risks
• Evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of controls and recommending process improvements
• Preparing flowcharts, risk & control matrices, audit programs, and reports
• Working with process owners to address control gaps and implement recommendations
• Supporting development of control self-assessment and self-auditing frameworks
• Tracking operational risk incidents and performing root cause analysis
• Participating in business transformation initiatives, performance reviews, and due diligence projects
• Conducting audits in ERP and IT-enabled environments, including IT process audits
• Ensuring compliance with IIA Standards, the International Professional Practices Framework, and internal audit best practices
• Maintaining effective working relationships with business stakeholders and management
• Performing any other related audit or control review assignments within prescribed timelines

Qualifications & Experience:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field

Professional Certifications (Preferred):

• CIA / CA / CPA / ACCA
• CISA or IT-related certifications are an advantage

Experience:

• 4–5 years of experience in internal audit, external audit, or internal controls
• Experience in Real Estate, Healthcare, Retail, Distribution, or Food & Beverage preferred
• Exposure to Big 4 firm experience is an advantage
• Strong understanding of COSO Internal Control Framework and IIA Standards
• Experience in ERP environments and ERP implementation projects preferred
• Knowledge of IT audits and technology-enabled processes is a plus

Skills & Competencies:

• Fluent in English and Arabic
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk assessment skills
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities
• Professional integrity, sound judgment, and strong work ethic
• Strong collaboration skills; ability to work with cross-functional teams
• Proficient in MS Office