Head of Financial Audit & Tax Compliance

Roads and Transport Authority; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Roads and Transport Authority in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced Finance Auditor to review and validate financial transactions, administer signatory controls, and oversee budget compliance. The role collaborates with external auditors and internal risk teams to ensure regulatory alignment and robust controls.

The ideal candidate holds a Finance degree (Master’s preferred) with 5+ years in audit or finance roles, and certifications such as CPA or CIA are desirable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Finance required.
• 3+ years of experience with a Master’s degree (5+ years with a Bachelor's degree) in finance/audit roles.
• Certifications preferred: CPA, CIA, CFSA, UAE VAT Compliance Diploma.

Responsibilities

• Review finance-related policies, procedures, and circulars to ensure alignment with regulatory standards and Authority objectives.
• Administer signatory controls for financial transactions, ensuring compliance with authorization limits and updates of signatory lists.
• Oversee budget availability checks to ensure funds are allocated and used properly in line with approvals.
• Issue tax returns and supporting reports and ensuring compliance with tax laws.
• Review income and payments transactions with attached supporting documents as per rules and regulations.
• Monitor bank reconciliations for completeness and proper cash handling.
• Coordinate with external auditors and validate final statements.
• Respond to observations from internal audit and risk assessment in coordination with finance units.
• Review reconciliation of petty cash and advance payments for timely resolution.
• Review and approve end-of-service financial clearances from HRD prior to final processing.
• Review all income resources for regulatory compliance.
• Supervise and review Senior Financial Auditors.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Master’s degree in Finance

Job description

Roads and Transport Authority in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced Finance Auditor to review and validate financial transactions, administer signatory controls, and oversee budget compliance. The role collaborates with external auditors and internal risk teams to ensure regulatory alignment and robust controls.

The ideal candidate holds a Finance degree (Master’s preferred) with 5+ years in audit or finance roles, and certifications such as CPA or CIA are desirable.