Senior Internal Audit Associate

Our client is a leading Saudi holding group seeking a highly skilled Senior Internal Audit Associate to join its Group Internal Audit function. Reporting to senior Internal Audit leadership, this role will take responsibility for planning and executing risk-based audits across multiple business activities while supporting audit oversight across a wider portfolio of companies.

 

•    Plan and execute end-to-end risk-based internal audits
•    Perform operational, financial and compliance audits
•    Support the IT audit process executed by an external partner
•    Assess internal controls, processes and key business risks
•    Identify control gaps and recommend corrective actions
•    Prepare detailed audit reports and present findings
•    Monitor implementation of audit recommendations
•    Support development of annual risk-based audit plans
•    Coordinate with Internal Audit teams across portfolio companies
•    Use data analytics and technology where appropriate to improve audit effectiveness

 

•    Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a related discipline
•    3–5 years of relevant risk-based internal audit experience
•    Strong understanding of internal controls, governance, risk management and compliance
•    Ability to independently manage audit engagements
•    Strong report writing and stakeholder communication skills
•    Knowledge of relevant Saudi Arabian regulations and business environment
•    CIA, CPA, CMA or CISA highly preferred
•    Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities