Head of Internal Audit

Manpower Professional; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable large group in Dubai is seeking a Head of Internal Audit to oversee the Internal Audit Department and report directly to the Board of Directors. The ideal candidate will have at least 7-10 years of experience, ideally from a Big 4 environment, and will be responsible for setting the strategic direction of the audit function. This role requires strong leadership and analytical skills, alongside substantial experience in risk management and internal controls. The position offers an opportunity to shape the internal audit framework within a large conglomerate.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7-10 years’ experience, with Big 4 experience preferred.
• Substantial experience heading Internal Audit function in a large conglomerate.
• Understanding of corporate governance and internal control frameworks like COSO/COBIT.

Responsibilities

• Full control of the Internal Audit Department's policies, procedures, and recruitment.
• Set the strategic direction based on the internal audit charter.
• Develop internal audit function’s budget for approval by the Board.
• Execute audits following the strategic internal audit plan.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal control systems and procedures.
• Identify risk management issues and internal controls deficiencies.

Skills

Analytical abilities

Leadership skills

Process improvement

Education

Professional Audit qualification

Qualified Accountant

Job description

Our client, a reputable large group is seeking to recruit a Head of Internal Audit. The role reports directly to the Board of Directors.

Responsibilities

• Full control of the Internal Audit Department - policies, procedures, recruitment plan
• Set the strategic direction of the internal audit function based on the strategy and the internal audit charter
• Develop internal audit function’s budget for review and approval by the Board of Directors
• Execute the audits based on the strategic internal audit plan
• Examine and evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal control systems and procedures
• Identify risk management issues and internal controls deficiencies, coordinate with heads of the department (as applicable) and discuss audit findings for their respective area including corrective actions and recommendations for implementation
• Examine and evaluate the information systems in place across the Company, recommending controls to ensure system reliability, business continuity, data security and integrity

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant. Professional Audit qualification will be beneficial
• Minimum 7-10 years’ experience, Big 4 being part of it
• Substantial experience heading Internal Audit function in a large conglomerate
• Understanding of emerging risk management concepts, corporate governance and internal control models / frameworks like COSO/COBIT
• Strong analytical abilities and process improvement skills
• Excellent leadership/people management skills

About The Company

Manpower Professional, a division of Manpower Inc., offers comprehensive, expert recruitment services backed by award winning training, assessment and selection and outsourcing. Our extensive resources, world-class client list, and reputation attract a diverse group of talented candidates, with every level of education, skills and experience. Manpower Professional helps find and retain top people in IT, accounting, banking, finance, engineering, Sales and marketing.