Chief Audit Executive

Job Description

Key Responsibilities
1. Audit Planning & Strategy

• Develop an annual risk-based internal audit plan approved by the Audit Committee
• Identify high-risk areas across all group functions and subsidiaries

2.Audit Execution

• Lead audits covering operational, financial, compliance, and IT functions

Assess effectiveness of internal controls, SOPs, and risk mitigation measures

• Perform investigations of suspected fraud, misconduct, or irregularities.

3. Governance & Compliance

Ensure adherence to Qatari laws, IFRS, internal policies, and industry best practices

• Provide recommendations to improve governance and risk frameworks.

4.Reporting

• Present audit findings and recommendations directly to the Audit Committee
  
Monitor management’s implementation of corrective actions.

5.Team & Process Development

• Recruit and mentor audit staff to build a high- performing Internal Audit function
• Introduce audit tools, checklists, and data analytics for efficiency.

Job Requirements

Experiences And Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (Master’s preferred).

• Professional certifications: CIA, CPA, ACCA, or CISA(preferred).

• Minimum8-10 years of internal audit experience, preferably in diversified group holdings.

• Strong understanding of corporate governance, risk management, and control frameworks.

Key Skills

• Strategic thinking and analytical ability.

• Strong report writing and presentation skills.

• Integrity, independence, and professionalism.

• Ability to work with senior executives and the Board.

KPIs

• Completion of annual audit plan on schedule.

• Percentage of recommendations implemented by management.

• Reduction in high-risk audit findings year-on-year.

• Improvement in compliance scores and process efficiency.