Internal Audit Manager

InZone Corporate Services Provider; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading corporate services provider in Dubai is seeking an Internal Audit Manager to oversee the internal audit function, ensuring effective internal controls and compliance with regulations. This role involves strategic audit planning, risk management, and team leadership, providing critical insights to senior management.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7-10 years of experience in internal auditing, risk management, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks, such as COSO or COBIT.
• Prior experience in a leadership or managerial role is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive risk-based annual audit plan.
• Prepare detailed audit reports with findings, risks, and actionable recommendations.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of internal auditors.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Professional certification such as CPA, CIA, CISA

Tools

Data analytics tools

Job description

The Internal Audit Manager is responsible for leading and managing the organization s internal audit function. This role ensures the effectiveness of internal controls, compliance with applicable laws and regulations, risk mitigation, and improvement in operational efficiencies. The individual will provide strategic direction for audit activities and offer actionable insights to the senior leadership team.

Key Responsibilities
• Audit Planning and Execution
• Develop and implement a comprehensive risk-based annual audit plan.
• Lead audit engagements, including planning, scoping, execution, and reporting.
• Evaluate financial, operational, and compliance risks.
• Risk Management
• Identify key risks within the organization and recommend strategies to mitigate them.
• Monitor the effectiveness of risk management practices and internal controls.
• Compliance and Governance
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.
• Assess the organization s adherence to ethical standards and governance policies.
• Stay updated on regulatory changes and their potential impact on the organization.
• Reporting and Recommendations
• Prepare detailed audit reports with findings, risks, and actionable recommendations.
• Present audit results to senior management and the Audit Committee.
• Follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations to ensure timely resolution.
• Team Leadership
• Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of internal auditors.
• Allocate resources effectively to meet audit objectives.
• Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.
• Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement
• Work closely with management to understand business processes and objectives.
• Provide advisory services to improve operational efficiencies and internal controls.
• Act as a liaison between external auditors and the organization.
Key Qualifications
• Education
• Bachelor s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional certification such as CPA, CIA, CISA, or equivalent is required.
• Experience
• Minimum 7 10 years of experience in internal auditing, risk management, or a related field.
• Prior experience in a leadership or managerial role is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks, such as COSO or COBIT.
• Skills
• In-depth understanding of financial and operational auditing.
• Proficiency in data analytics tools and techniques.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results under tight deadlines.

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