Audit Manager

Petrofac; Sharjah; On-site; AED 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Petrofac is seeking an Internal Audit Manager in the United Arab Emirates to lead a portfolio of risk-based audits from planning through reporting and closure. You will apply COSO-based control frameworks, manage scopes and resources, and drive timely delivery while leveraging data analytics to improve audit coverage.

The role requires strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, and the ability to present clear audit findings to senior management and the Audit Committee.

Qualifications

• 8–12 years of internal audit experience in complex or multinational environments.
• Strong knowledge of risk management and internal control frameworks (COSO).
• Experience applying data analytics or technology-enabled auditing techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver a portfolio of risk-based audits from planning to reporting.
• Define scope, timelines, and resource requirements across engagements.
• Oversee multiple audits, ensuring quality, consistency and timely delivery.
• Evaluate design and operating effectiveness of controls and identify gaps.
• Leverage data analytics to enhance audit coverage and efficiency.
• Present audit findings and recommendations to senior stakeholders.
• Support remediation actions and closure of findings.
• Contribute to annual audit plan development and risk assessments.
• Support capability development within the audit team.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Multitasking

Integrity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Master's degree preferred

CIA/CPA/ACCA certification preferred

Tools

Data analytics platforms

Audit software

Job description

Purpose: The Internal Audit Manager is responsible for leading a portfolio of risk‑based audits and supporting the delivery of the annual audit plan. The role provides independent assurance over governance, risk management, and internal controls, requiring strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, and a data‑driven approach to audit delivery.

Key Accountabilities

• 1.1. Lead and deliver a portfolio of risk‑based audits (typically 6-10 annually), ensuring end-to-end execution from planning through to reporting and closure, in accordance with internal methodology and IIA Standards.
• 1.2. Act as Audit Lead, defining scope, timelines, and resource requirements across audit engagements.
• 1.3. Oversee multiple concurrent audits, ensuring quality, consistency, and timely delivery.
• 1.4. Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls, identifying risks, control gaps, and improvement opportunities.
• 1.5. Apply professional judgement, adapting audit approaches based on findings and emerging risks.
• 1.6. Leverage data analytics and technology‑enabled testing to enhance audit coverage, insight, and efficiency.
• 1.7. Build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders across the business and present clear and impactful audit findings/ recommendations.
• 1.8. Drive agreement of remediation actions and oversee timely and effective closure of audit findings.
• 1.9. Review and approve audit documentation/ reports, drive agreement of remediation actions and oversee effective closure of audit finding.
• 1.10. Contribute to reporting for senior management and the Audit Committee, highlighting key risks, trends, and insights.
• 1.11. Support the development of the risk‑based Annual Audit Plan, including risk assessment and identification of audit priorities.
• 1.12. Participate in strategic initiatives aimed at increasing the overall value contribution of the Internal Audit function.
• 1.13. Lead and support capability development of team members, fostering a high‑performance and collaborative audit culture.

The above is an outline of key duties and accountabilities, rather than an exclusive or exhaustive list of responsibilities. The post holder is expected to undertake any tasks which may reasonably be expected within the scope of the position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline
• Master's degree (e.g., MBA, MSc Finance, or related field) preferred
• Professional certification (CIA, CPA, ACCA or equivalent) preferred
• 8 - 12 years of experience in internal audit within complex or multinational environments
• Strong understanding of risk management and internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO)
• Experience applying data analytics or technology‑enabled auditing techniques

Key Competencies

• Strong leadership and people management capability
• Advanced analytical and critical thinking skills
• Excellent stakeholder management, including engagement at senior leadership level
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and complex audit engagements
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and sound judgement