UAE National - Operational & Financial Auditor

UAE National - Operational & Financial Auditor

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.

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.

Overview Of The Role:

The Operational & Financial Auditor is responsible for performing audits in line with the annual audit plan and evaluating internal controls' adequacy and effectiveness. The role involves ensuring compliance with company policies, the safeguarding of assets, and efficient resource utilization. The auditor will produce reports, communicate findings, and make recommendations to enhance reliability and integrity of information and support the accomplishment of business objectives.

Audit Plans and Programs

• Assist the Audit Manager in developing the annual audit plan by assessing the degree of risk.
• Develop audit programs for each audit assignment before commencement, documented in the Audit Management System (AMS) with risks, controls, and tests to be performed.

Operational and Financial Audit

• Conduct internal audit assignments to evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of the system of internal control and performance quality in all business processes/segments.
• Review approval processes to ensure compliance with Group policies, procedures, and delegations of authorities.
• Ensure the safeguarding of Group assets.

Audit Reports and Records

• Document audit work in the Audit Management System to fully support audit findings.
• Prepare professional audit reports that clearly communicate findings, recommendations, and activity audits.
• Timely update Audit Manager with key findings.
• Discuss preliminary audit findings with concerned staff/management to highlight observations and gain concurrence.
• Assist in preparing executive summaries and detailed reports for engagements.
• Support preparation of monthly summary reports for Vice Chairman review.
• Assist in follow-up on implementation of audit recommendations.

Computer Assisted Audit

• Utilize computer-based audit techniques to extend audit coverage to wider populations (e.g., use of SAP, MKinsight, and Alteryx).

Human Resource Development

• Maintain high professional standards of audit performance, reports, and recommendations in conformity with International Standards of Internal Audit and Group policies.
• Promote long-range goals within audit activities.

Special Assignments and Fraud Investigation

• Perform consulting assignments based on management requests to establish facts or evaluate situations.
• Conduct fraud investigations to identify loss/exposure, control weaknesses, personnel involved, and recommendations for prevention of recurrence.

Required Skills To Be Successful:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with an emphasis on report writing.
• Ability to execute audit assignments with minimal supervision.
• Effective multitasking in demanding situations.
• Capability to influence positively across organizational hierarchies.

What Qualifies You For The Role:

• Chartered Accountant (CPA, ACA etc.), ACCA, MBA (FINANCE), CIA, CFA.
• 0-3 years of experience in internal audit function.
• Thorough knowledge of internal controls and auditing standards.
• Proficiency in data analytics and ERP software such as SAP and Oracle.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. We are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive work environment.