Assistant Auditor

Gulbahar Tobacco International Fze; Dubai; On-site; AED 10,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

A corporate trading group in Dubai is looking for an Assistant Auditor to support the Internal Audit function. This early-career role involves evaluating internal controls and participating in audits across various departments. Candidates should have a background in accounting or finance, with a strong analytical mindset and proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP and QuickBooks. The company offers exposure to industrial operations and a collaborative working environment, ideal for recent graduates seeking to start their auditing careers.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of relevant experience in UAE or home country.
• Strong internships or article-ship experience considered.
• Exposure to corporate, industrial, or free zone environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and execution of internal audit assignments.
• Perform control testing and documentation under supervision.
• Support compliance reviews with company policies and regulations.
• Prepare audit working papers and preliminary observations.
• Assist in special audits and investigations when required.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Understanding of internal controls

Learning mindset

Education

ACCA (Student / Professional Level)

CA Inter / Finalist

MBA (Finance) / M.Com

Tools

SAP

QuickBooks

Odoo

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Department

Internal Audit

Reporting To

Group Internal Auditor

Location

JAFZA, Dubai, UAE

Industry

Industrial / Manufacturing / Trading / Corporate Group

Job Description

The Assistant Auditor will support the Internal Audit function by assisting in the evaluation of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes across the organization. This role is suitable for an early-career audit professional and involves participating in audit assignments in line with corporate policies, JAFZA regulations, and international best practices to support compliance, operational efficiency, and financial integrity within an industrial and corporate business environment.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning and execution of internal audit assignments across finance, operations, procurement, inventory, and manufacturing / trading functions.
• Perform basic walkthroughs, control testing, and documentation of internal controls and business processes under supervision.
• Support compliance reviews with:
  • Company policies and procedures
  • JAFZA rules and regulations
  • UAE commercial and tax regulations (including VAT and Excise)
• Assist in reviewing financial records, transactions, and reports for accuracy and completeness.
• Help identify control weaknesses, operational inefficiencies, and potential risk areas.
• Prepare audit working papers, schedules, and preliminary audit observations.
• Support follow-up audits to monitor implementation of agreed corrective actions.
• Coordinate with process owners and departments during audit engagements as assigned.
• Assist in special audits, investigations, and ad-hoc management requests when required.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to corporate ethics and professional standards.
• Support the continuous improvement of internal audit documentation, templates, and methodologies.

Industry & Corporate Exposure

• Exposure to industrial operations including manufacturing, logistics, warehousing, trading, and supply chain activities.
• Understanding of group structures, multiple entities, and basic intercompany transactions.
• Familiarity with free zone operations, particularly JAFZA compliance and reporting requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• ACCA (Student / Professional Level)
• CA Inter / Finalist
• MBA (Finance) / M.Com

Experience Requirements

• 0–2 years of relevant experience in UAE or Home Country
• Internal Audit, Accounting, or Finance roles
• Fresh graduates with strong internship or article-ship experience may also be considered.
• Exposure to corporate, industrial, or free zone environments is an advantage.

Technical Skills

• Basic to intermediate experience with ERP / accounting systems such as
• SAP
• QuickBooks
• Odoo
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (basic formulas, pivot tables, lookups).
• Ability to understand and document business processes and controls.

Key Competencies & Skills

• Strong analytical and learning mindset.
• Basic understanding of internal controls and audit concepts.
• Attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under supervision as part of an audit team.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality.

Working Environment

• Corporate office with exposure to industrial sites within JAFZA.
• Interaction with cross-functional teams including finance, operations, procurement, and management.