Internal Audit Manager

STAR SERVICES LLC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Internal Audit Manager to lead audit projects and mentor team members. In this pivotal role, you will perform risk assessments, manage audit engagements, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in internal audit within the banking or finance sector, alongside strong leadership and communication skills. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the digital transformation of the company while enhancing your career in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of internal audit experience in banks or finance companies.
• 1-2 years of managerial or team lead experience required.

Responsibilities

• Manage internal audit projects and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Draft and review internal audit reports and presentations.

Skills

Internal Audit

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Leadership Skills

Stakeholder Relationship Management

Team Player

Fast Learner

Education

ICWA Inter

Chartered Accountant

Tools

Audit Management Software (TeamMate)

Microsoft Office

Job description

ICWA Inter(Cost & Works Accountant), Chartered Accountant(Chartered Accountant)

Nationality: Any Nationality

Vacancy:

Job Description:

1. Perform/Review the assigned IA projects independently along with team and thereby provide value-added recommendations for improvement.
2. Perform/Review risk assessments and develop the Internal Audit plan.
3. Manage the IA team and ensure the Audit engagements are aligned with the IA Methodologies.
4. Identify/Review control gaps, draft observations, along with proposed recommendations/solutions for improvement, and submit for review.
5. Validation and Agreement of the management responses with action-plan with process owners.
6. Review process understandings memos/minutes, and audit workpapers as per policy.
7. Draft/Review Internal Audit reports and presentations.
8. Monitors follow up reviews and confirm progress of previous findings.
9. Perform Advisory Projects for RCB projects (Digital bank transformation phase) as per requirement. Comply to the policy and procedures of the IA Department and applicable policies of the Company.
10. Ensure full compliance with the IA Quality Assurance and Improvement Program, the Global IA Standards, and specific IA mandates as per the Regulatory Requirements.
11. Ensure IA projects are performed in a timely manner, and escalate deviations to the Head of Internal Audit.
12. Automate the IA activities as part of the Digital transformation journey of the Company, and align with the overall Strategy/IA Strategy.
13. Train & Mentor IA team members and coordinate activities with other Departments.
14. Submit periodic reports to the HIA for IA monitoring & reporting requirements.

Desired Candidate Profile:

1. 7 to 10 years’ experience in Internal Audit of Banks/Finance Companies/FinTech and at least 1 to 2 years of Managerial/Team Lead experience.
2. Work experience in the UAE is preferred.
3. Excellent communication and writing skills.
4. Working knowledge of Audit Management software (like TeamMate) is preferred.
5. Need to handle IA projects independently and mentor IA team member(s).
6. Fast learner & Right attitude is a must.
7. IT skills: Possess knowledge of Microsoft Office, Information Security, and fast learner of IT applications.
8. Problem solving skills, Team player.
9. Leadership skills and Stakeholder Relationship management.

Employment Type: Full Time

Company Industry:

• Banking
• Broking

Department / Functional Area:

• Accounts
• Taxation
• Audit
• Company Secretary

Keywords:

• Audit Supervisor
• Audit Management
• Tableau
• Internal Auditing