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The position of Financial Internal Auditor is vital in ensuring the organization's risk management, compliance, and financial integrity. It provides an independent and objective perspective, adding value by identifying areas for improvement, safeguarding assets, and contributing to the achievement of organizational objectives.

The role also contributes in enhancing transparency, integrity, and the overall effectiveness of financial operations, supporting the organization in achieving its objectives and mitigating potential risks.

• Identify potential risks and vulnerabilities in financial processes, systems, and controls that could impact the organization's financial integrity, compliance, and achievement of business objectives.
• Evaluate the significance and likelihood of identified risks, considering their potential impact on financial statements, operations, and regulatory compliance.
• Assess the effectiveness of existing internal controls designed to mitigate identified risks, including evaluating the design and implementation of control activities, segregation of duties, and the overall control environment.
• Provide recommendations for improving internal controls and risk mitigation strategies to minimize the identified risks and enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of financial processes.
• Verify compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies related to financial operations, reporting, and disclosures.
• Conduct audits and investigations to identify and mitigate the risk of fraud, including assessing fraud risks, evaluating the adequacy of anti-fraud controls, and recommending measures to prevent and detect fraudulent activities.
• Communicate audit findings, including identified risks, control deficiencies, and recommendations for improvement.
• Monitor the implementation of recommended risk mitigation measures and assessing their effectiveness. Conducting follow-up audits to ensure identified issues have been adequately addressed.
• Engage in ongoing risk assessment activities, staying updated with changes in the business environment, industry trends, and regulatory requirements to proactively identify new risks and adapt audit plans accordingly.

• Graduate degree in finance / Accounting or a related subject.
• Working towards Professional qualifications such as CIA, CFE, CA, ACCA, CPA or other qualification relevant to Internal Audit
• Minimum 7 years post qualification relevant experience.

• Strong understanding of accounting principles, IFRS, financial reporting standards, and internal control frameworks
• Ability to analyze complex financial data, identify trends, patterns, and anomalies, and draw meaningful insights.
• Aptitude for identifying and resolving issues related to financial processes, controls, and compliance.
• Capability to assess risks, evaluate the effectiveness of control measures, and recommend risk mitigation strategies.
• A strong understanding of tax laws, regulations, and compliance requirements relevant to the organization and the jurisdictions in which it operates.
• Ability to assess and evaluate tax risks, including identifying potential tax compliance gaps, reporting inaccuracies, and exposure to tax penalties.
• Familiarity with tax compliance processes, including the preparation and submission of accurate and timely tax returns (VAT, CIT), ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication in English and proficiency in Arabic is considered a plus
• Strong communication skills to effectively communicate audit findings, recommendations, and complex financial concepts to stakeholders.
• High ethical standards and integrity to maintain objectivity, independence, and confidentiality throughout the auditing process.

• Financial Scope: N/A
• Reporting Staff: Senior Manager - Internal Audit 

• Working Environment: This role involves both office-based work and field activities, including attending industry conferences and events.
• Internal Relationships: Collaboration with all levels in the organization to ensure the audit projects are performed in a smooth manner.
• External Relationships: Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with external stakeholders, such as auditors, regulatory authorities, external auditors, and industry professionals.