Assistant Manager - Internal Audit

Al Futtaim Private Company (LLC); Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Al Futtaim Private Company (LLC) is seeking an experienced Audit Manager to contribute to developing the annual audit plan and leading internal audits. The role emphasizes risk assessment, controls testing, and reporting with a focus on automotive industry experience.

You will perform audits, review approvals, protect assets, and prepare professional reports. Strong data analytics, ERP familiarity (SAP/Oracle), and excellent communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant certification (e.g., CPA, ACA) or ACCA, CIA with internal audit knowledge.
• Minimum 5 years of internal audit experience, preferably within the automotive industry.
• Thorough knowledge of internal controls and internal auditing standards.
• Proficient in written and verbal communication, including report writing.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing the annual audit plan by assessing risk.
• Develop audit programs detailing risks, controls and tests.
• Conduct internal audits to evaluate control adequacy and performance.
• Review approval processes for compliance with policies and delegations.
• Ensure group assets are protected and documented in the Audit Management System.
• Prepare audit reports with findings, analyses, recommendations and summaries.
• Update Audit Manager with key findings and discuss with staff/management.
• Prepare executive summaries and monthly reports for Vice Chairman review.
• Follow up on implementation of audit recommendations.
• Utilize Tableau and Power BI to extend audit coverage to broader populations.
• Maintain high professional standards in line with auditing standards and policies.
• Conduct consulting assignments as requested and investigate fraud when needed.

Skills

Data analytics

Communication skills

Report writing

Audit process understanding

Education

Chartered Accountant / ACCA / CIA

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

SAP

Oracle

ACL

Job description

Assist the audit manager in developing the annual audit plan by assessing risk levels Develop audit programs for each audit assignment prior to commencement detailing risks controls and tests to be performed Conduct internal audit assignments to evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and the quality of performance in carrying out responsibilities Review the approval process to ensure compliance with group policies and delegations of authority Ensure that group assets are protected Document audit work in the Audit Management System to support findings Prepare professional audit reports that communicate findings analyses appraisals recommendations and audit information Update Audit Manager with key findings promptly Discuss preliminary findings with concerned staff management to highlight observations and obtain concurrence Assist in preparing an executive summary for each engagement alongside detailed reports and audit follow-up forms Assist in preparing monthly summary reports for presentation to the Vice Chairman after review by the line manager Group Director of Internal Audit Support follow-up on the implementation of audit recommendations Utilize computer-based audit techniques to extend audit coverage to a broader population including software like Tableau and Power BI Achieve high professional standards in audit performance reports and recommendations conforming with International Standards of Internal Auditing and group policies Conduct consulting assignments requested by management to evaluate specific situations Investigate frauds and misappropriations to identify loss exposure control weaknesses responsible personnel and preventive recommendations Advanced understanding of internal auditing standards and practices.Proficiency in data analytics and audit management systems.Strong report writing and communication skills.Ability to conduct fraud investigations and special consulting assignments.

What Qualifies You For The Role:

• Chartered Accountant certification (e.g., CPA, ACA) or ACCA, CIA with internal audit knowledge.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the internal audit function, preferably within the automotive industry.
• Thorough knowledge of internal controls and internal auditing standards.
• Proficient in written and verbal communication, including report writing skills.
• Self-driven with the ability to effectively execute audit assignments with minimal supervision.
• Ability to effectively communicate and influence across organizational hierarchy.
• Proficiency in data analytics via spreadsheets and familiarity with ERP systems like SAP and Oracle.
• Desirable exposure to data analytics software (ACL) and audit management/documentation systems.