Internal Audit Manager (Arab National)

Confidential Company; Dubai; On-site; AED 391,000 - 558,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Company is seeking an Internal Audit Manager in Dubai to develop and execute a risk-based audit plan across the business units, manufacturing facilities, projects and support functions. The role requires strong leadership, commercial judgment and the ability to work with senior management and department heads.

You will lead financial, operational, compliance and process audits, review internal controls and governance processes, and coordinate with external auditors as needed to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration or a related discipline.
• Professional certification such as CIA, CA, ACCA, CPA or CISA is strongly preferred.
• Additional qualifications in risk management, fraud examination or corporate governance would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop annual risk-based internal audit plan aligned with business objectives and risks.
• Lead financial, operational, compliance and process audits across units including manufacturing facilities, projects and support functions.
• Define audit scope, objectives, methodologies, timelines and resources.
• Review effectiveness of internal controls and risk management practices; identify improvement opportunities.

Job description

The Internal Audit Manager is responsible for developing and executing a risk‑based internal audit plan across NAFFCO s business units manufacturing facilities projects and support functions The role will evaluate financial operational and compliance controls identify areas of risk or inefficiency and recommend practical improvements to strengthen governance safeguard company assets and improve business performance The position requires strong audit leadership sound commercial judgement and the ability to work independently with senior management and department heads

Audit Planning and Execution

• Develop an annual risk‑based internal audit plan aligned with the Group’s business objectives and key operational risks.
• Lead financial, operational, compliance and process audits across departments, factories, branches and projects.
• Define audit scope, objectives, methodology, timelines and resource requirements.
• Review the effectiveness of internal controls, risk‑management practices and corporate‑governance processes.
• Conduct special audits and investigations based on management requirements or identified risks.
• Ensure audits are completed within agreed timelines and in accordance with professional internal‑audit standards.

Financial and Operational Controls

• Review financial processes, including revenue, receivables, payables, cash management, budgeting, expenses and general‑ledger controls.
• Audit operational areas such as procurement, inventory, production, logistics, projects, sales, payroll and asset management.
• Assess controls relating to tendering, contracts, supplier selection, purchase orders, material consumption and project costing.
• Verify compliance with approved policies, authority matrices, budgets and standard operating procedures.
• Identify revenue leakage, unnecessary expenditure, process inefficiencies and potential control weaknesses.
• Review inventory accuracy, stock movements, slow‑moving materials, scrap management and warehouse controls.

Risk and Compliance

• Identify financial, operational, regulatory, fraud and reputational risks across the organisation.
• Maintain and periodically update the internal‑audit risk register.
• Evaluate compliance with UAE laws, regulatory requirements, contractual obligations and company policies.
• Monitor compliance with the delegation‑of‑authority matrix and approval procedures.
• Support the development and improvement of internal policies, procedures and control frameworks.
• Coordinate with external auditors and regulatory bodies when required.

Audit Reporting and Follow‑Up

• Prepare clear and comprehensive audit reports outlining observations, risks, root causes and recommended corrective actions.
• Discuss audit findings with department heads and agree on realistic action plans and completion dates.
• Present significant findings and risk matters to senior management and the Audit Committee.
• Maintain an audit‑issues tracker and regularly follow up on corrective actions.
• Escalate overdue or high‑risk audit findings to the appropriate management level.
• Provide periodic reports on audit progress, control improvements and outstanding risks.

Fraud Prevention and Investigation

• Review transactions and business practices for indications of fraud, misconduct or conflicts of interest.
• Lead or support confidential investigations into suspected financial or operational irregularities.
• Recommend preventive controls to reduce the risk of fraud, asset misuse or policy violations.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and professional independence throughout all investigations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration or a related discipline.
• Professional certification such as CIA, CA, ACCA, CPA or CISA is strongly preferred.
• Additional qualifications in risk management, fraud examination or corporate governance would be an advantage.

Experience

• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in internal audit, external audit, risk management or financial controls.
• At least 3–5 years of experience in an audit leadership or managerial role.
• Experience within a manufacturing, engineering, construction, project‑based or industrial organisation is strongly preferred.