Internal Auditor

Job Title: Internal Auditor

The Internal Auditor is responsible for evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, financial reporting, and operational processes across multiple business units. The role supports senior management by identifying risks, strengthening governance, improving compliance, and enhancing operational efficiency in line with regulatory and industry best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct internal audits across retail outlets, wholesale divisions, and export units to assess financial accuracy, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance.
• Review and evaluate internal control systems to ensure suitability, effectiveness, and alignment with organizational policies and risk management frameworks.
• Identify control gaps, process weaknesses, and operational risks; recommend and implement corrective actions based on industry best practices.
• Monitor financial closing procedures and ensure timely and accurate completion of books of accounts.
• Analyze Management Information System (MIS) reports including gross profit, operating expenses, customer metrics, and departmental performance to highlight trends, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities.
• Review compliance with accounting standards and statutory requirements, including lease accounting under IFRS 16.
• Support Group Reporting (GR) and consolidation processes by validating data accuracy and completeness.
• Coordinate with external auditors, consultants, and regulatory authorities to facilitate audits and ensure timely completion of statutory filings.
• Prepare comprehensive internal audit reports detailing findings, risk assessments, and actionable recommendations for senior management.
• Monitor implementation of audit recommendations and track remediation progress to closure.
• Assess financial controls related to banking, funding arrangements, and covenant compliance (e.g., debt-equity ratio, loan-to-value ratios).
• Participate in monthly performance review meetings, providing analytical insights on financial results and operational performance.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of internal auditing standards, financial controls, and risk management frameworks
• Solid understanding of IFRS and statutory compliance requirements
• Advanced analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial and operational data
• Experience in MIS analysis, audit reporting, and process improvement
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• High attention to detail with a structured and methodical approach

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• Professional certifications such as CA / ACCA / CIA / CIMA (Compulsory)
• Proven experience in internal audit, finance control, or risk assurance roles
• Experience working in multi-entity, multi-location organizations is an advantage

Reporting Line

Reports to GM-FINANCE

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED8,000.00 - AED12,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• What internal audit frameworks or standards do you follow (e.g., COSO, IIA Standards)? How have you applied them in practice?
• Experience in multi-entity / multi-location audits: Yes / No
• Professional certifications such as CA / ACCA / CIA / CIMA. do you have them?

Experience:

• Internal Audit: 5 years (Required)

Location:

• Dubai (Required)