Head of Compliance & Internal Auditor

Bidfood Middle East; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent food service provider in Dubai is seeking a Head of Compliance & Internal Auditor to lead internal audits, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate has at least 4 years of experience in internal audit, preferably within the FMCG sector, and holds a relevant degree. This role requires a detail-oriented professional with strong IT skills and the ability to analyze data effectively.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years Internal Audit experience with majority in a FMCG.
• Certified Internal Auditor or substantial progress toward Certification.
• Sound IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervising internal audit projects from start to finish.
• Preparation of the audit report.
• Conducting Stock-Take audits and preparing reports.

Skills

Accuracy and attention to detail

High levels of skills in MS Excel

High energy levels

Ability to apply common sense to all tasks

Ability to analyse, interpret and integrate different sources of information

Education

B. Degree (Internal Audit) or Equivalent

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

About the job Head of Compliance & Internal Auditor

The primary objective of a Head of Compliance and Internal Auditor is to provide independent and objective assessments to help the organization achieve its goals. This includes managing risks, ensuring compliance, enhancing operational efficiency, and fostering stakeholder confidence through effective governance and controls. The Internal Auditor also focuses on continuous improvement and cost efficiency to contribute to the overall success of the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Performing Ad-hoc requests from management.
• Preparation of the audit report.
• Conducting internal audit projects and supervising the project from start to finish.
• Accountable for all audit projects assigned.
• Conducting of Stock-Take audits, where necessary, and preparing Stock-Take Audit Reports.
• Conducting of preliminary forensics investigations and preparation of report.
• Review of working papers and findings raised for factual accuracy and that all working papers/findings are supported and cross-referenced to evidence.
• Preparation of the audit report, with review and compilation of the draft and final audit report.
• Ensuring that projects are finalized and ensuring all procedures have been completed by audit staff integrity of reporting/information).
• Ensuring all information and evidence is filed, updated and readily available as required.
• Liaison with client and management on site and during the audit.
• Close-out meetings with Regional Management, where required.
• Performing Ad-hoc requests and ad-hoc audits from management.
• Excellent understanding of process within an FMCG environment.
• Official will conduct him or herself in line with the IIA Code of Ethics including the Rule of Conduct for Internal Auditors
• Overtime official will be required to work overtime when operationally required.
• Time-to-time travelling to the Region is required for this role.

Qualifications:

• B. Degree (Internal Audit) or Equivalent
• Sound IT skills.
• Minimum 4 years Internal Audit experience with majority in a FMCG
• Certified Internal Auditor or substantial progress toward Certification.

Skills:

• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• High levels of skills in MS Excel MS Word.
• High energy levels.
• Ability to apply common sense to all tasks.
• Ability to analyse, interpret and integrate different sources of information.