Consultant - Risk Advisory Services (Internal Audit)

BDO UAE; United Arab Emirates; Hybrid; AED 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a consultant for their dynamic Risk Advisory team. This role involves conducting business risk assessments and internal audits, preparing project documentation, and coordinating with clients. The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of relevant experience, a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, and a professional certification. The position offers a hybrid work model, allowing flexibility in work location between Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Join a company that values personal growth and a collaborative culture, where your contributions make a meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of relevant work experience in internal audit.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical mindset required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct business risk assessments and internal audits.
• Prepare project documentation and maintain electronic files.
• Coordinate with clients for fieldwork and audit plans.

Skills

Internal Audit

Business Risk Assessment

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Professional Certification (CA/ACCA/CPA/CIA)

Job description

About BDO

BDO UAE provides audit and assurance, advisory, tax and business outsourcing services to companies across all sectors of the economy.

As one of the world's leading audit and accounting organizations, we have clients of all types and sizes, from large corporate organizations to private businesses, entrepreneurs and individuals across various industry sectors.

From a global beginning in 1963 with five firms, today BDO extends across 166 countries and territories, with 115,661 people working out of 1,776 offices.

About the Role

BDO UAE is currently looking for a consultant to join their dynamic Risk Advisory team. This role will entail being:

• Responsible for completing assignments including Business Risk Assessments, Internal Audits, Conceptualization & Documentation of Standard Operating Procedures.
• Responsible for preparing and complete project engagement formalities, conflict of interest documents, client acceptance letters etc. at the time of project assignment.
• Complete Fieldwork by coordinating dates and schedules with clients; preparing checklists; gathering information; understanding clients business needs and operating procedures; preparing assessments and risk assessments (if applicable); internal audit plans; annual audit plans (if applicable) etc.
• Ensure thorough project documentation and maintain electronic filing in accordance to BDO guidelines.
• Prepare and review Internal Audit Plan based the evidence gathered during the field work; discuss Project Execution Strategy with the Manager; coordinate and communicate initial observations with the client; obtain client approval for planning phase; initiate project execution.
• Complete project assignments with minimum supervision and within the timelines provided by the management.

Experience in Internal Audit is key for this role.

About You

The ideal candidate will have a:

• Minimum 1-2 years of relevant work experience in a similar profile.
• A Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or equivalent.
• Must possess a professional certification such as CA/ACCA/CPA/CIA
• Strong attention to detail and an analytical mind.
• Good communication skills both written and verbal.
• Highly refined planning, leadership, relationship building and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities in a rapidly growing, fast-paced, interactive, results-based team environment is required.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with positive & enthusiastic attitude.

The location of the roleeither in Dubai (DXB) or Abu Dhabi (AUH)will be determined following the technical interview. The position follows a hybrid work model.

BDO's Story

The BDO story is truly remarkable one, built on solid foundations laid by our visionary founder. BDO is fundamentally a people-centric business with a proven track record of exceptional client service.

In 2018, we unveiled our leadership ambition: Our Dream - emphasizing that it's time for BDO to lead for our people to lead, each of us in our own right. Whether in our markets, through innovation, or as future advisors, our purpose, or WHY, drives us forward.

Our WHY is People helping People achieve their Dreams. Our WHY defines our identity serving as our motivation and guiding principle. This principle is at the heart of BDO because people's dreams matter to us.

We are driven to help our colleagues, clients, and communities become their fullest. At BDO, a career is distinguished by our unique culturea fusion of people, passion, and results that defines and shapes everything we do.

What It's Like to Work at BDO UAE

While many accounting firms offer professional services, few match our rich culture of opportunity, personal fulfillment, and long-term growth.

We are dedicated to the sustainable development of our people, respecting their talents and fostering their growth. Accountability and personal responsibility are encouraged at all levels, supported by structured career planning and training.

Our global culture respects local cultural nuances and strives to be ethical, socially, and environmentally responsible everywhere we operate.

At BDO UAE, our diverse team is united by a shared ambition to make a meaningful impact and become the industry's top choice.