Deputy Manager Internal Audit

About us:

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day

About the Division:

Al-Ghazi Tractors Limited, the subsidiary company of Al-Futtaim group of Dubai, is a story of rollicking success. With consistent corporate achievements, the company is recognized for corporate excellence and “Best Corporate Performance”.

With its Corporate office in Lahore, the AGTL plant at Dera Ghazi Khan, manufactures New Holland (Fiat) tractors in technical collaboration with CNHI - Case New Holland, the Number One manufacturer of agricultural tractors in the world. The AGTL plant, an icon of engineering dynamics operates on high efficiency. With Quality Control and Quality Assurance, quality improvement systems exist at every level. One of our mission statement reads: “Our most enduring competitive edge is the quality of tractors”.

What you will do?

Summary

To support the Internal Audit Department in providing independent assurance on the effectiveness of risk management, internal controls, and governance processes. The role requires execution of audit assignments, reporting findings, and ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development of the annual risk-based audit plan and prepare structured audit programs in the Audit Management System (AMS), clearly outlining risks, controls, and testing procedures.
• Conduct internal audits to evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, ensure compliance with Group policies and delegation of authority, and verify safeguarding of assets across business processes.
• Maintain comprehensive audit documentation, prepare clear and actionable audit reports, keep the Head of Internal Audit informed of key findings, and monitor implementation of agreed recommendations.
• Design and execute data analytics–driven audit procedures using tools such as Advanced Excel, Power BI, Power Query, Alteryx, and AI-enabled solutions to enhance audit coverage and insight generation.
• Conduct fraud investigations to assess financial exposure, identify control weaknesses, establish accountability, and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Undertake special or consulting assignments at management’s request to evaluate specific risks, operational issues, or control concerns.
• Ensure audit activities are performed in accordance with International Internal Audit Standards and Group policies, while maintaining strict confidentiality, integrity, and ethical conduct.

Minimum Qualifications and Knowledge:

Qualified ACCA or part-qualified CA with good knowledge of internal audit practices, applicable accounting standards, and local statutory requirements. Candidates holding/attaining a CIA/CISA qualification would be preferred.

Minimum Experience:

A minimum of 4-5 years in the internal audit function in the manufacturing industry and/or a reputed audit firm (Big 4 preferred). Experience in the automotive/engineering industry would be an added advantage.

Job-Specific Skills:

• The candidate should have thorough knowledge and concept of internal controls and generally accepted internal auditing standards.
• The candidate should have a good grasp of verbal and written communication, including report-writing skills.
• The candidate should be self-driven with the ability to execute audit assignments with minimal supervision effectively. The candidate should be able to effectively communicate with personnel across the organizational hierarchy and influence business in a constructive manner.
• The candidate should be well-versed in data analytics through spreadsheets. Familiarity with data analytics software tools and audit management/documentation systems is desirable.
• Exposure to ERP software such as SAP and Oracle is highly desirable.
• The candidate should be able to multitask when the situation demands.

Behavioral Competencies :

Some key behavioral competencies in an ideal candidate are:

• Integrity and honesty
• Can do attitude / positive approach
• Collaboration
• Good communication and report writing skills
• Analytical and critical thinking