Lead Internal Auditor

Position: Senior Lead Auditor – Investigation

Location: Qatar

Department: Internal Audit Department

Reports to: Senior Risk and Internal Audit Manager

Role Summary:

The Investigator will support the Internal Audit Department in conducting and managing investigations related to fraud, misconduct, policy violations, and other irregularities across the Group’s business units. The role requires strong analytical, investigative, and communication skills, as well as familiarity with complex business environments, particularly in construction, F&B, entertainment, and hospitality sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct and manage internal investigations involving fraud, ethics violations, employee misconduct, and financial irregularities.
• Collect, review, and analyze evidence including documents, digital data, and witness statements.
• Prepare detailed investigation reports with clear findings, conclusions, and actionable recommendations.
• Work closely with HR, Legal, and Compliance departments to ensure appropriate disciplinary or corrective actions.
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity in handling sensitive information and investigation processes.
• Support Internal Audit in performing fraud risk assessments and recommending preventive controls.
• Assist in developing fraud awareness and whistleblowing programs.
• Participate in special reviews, forensic audits, and due diligence engagements as required.
• Follow up on investigation outcomes and ensure timely implementation of corrective measures.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Professional certification such as CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner) is a strong advantage.
• Relevant Investigation experience , preferably within Internal Audit, Compliance, or Forensic Investigations.
• Big 4 experience - is an advantage.
• Experience in Qatar or the GCC is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of Construction industry, F&B operations, and hospitality/entertainment industries.
• Knowledge of local labor laws, fraud schemes, and internal control systems.

Technical & Behavioral Competencies:

• Strong investigative interviewing and evidence-gathering skills.
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking abilities.
• Strong report writing and presentation skills (English and Arabic).
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and discretion.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple investigations simultaneously.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with data analytics tools is a plus.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact across all organizational levels.

Language:

• Fluent in Arabic and English (spoken and written).

If you're interested in this opportunity, please share your CV with us at a.vijayakumar@auragroup-intl.com . You’re also welcome to call or WhatsApp me at +974 5066 2181 to discuss the role further.