Internal Audit Manager (Manufacturing & Real Estate) - AED 30K + Benefits

Antal International; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A semi-government holding group in Dubai is seeking an experienced Internal Audit Manager to conduct risk assessments, prepare audit plans, and lead audit staff. The ideal candidate has at least 9 years of experience and a background in the Real Estate or Manufacturing industry, with a preferred proficiency in Arabic. The offered salary is AED 30,000 plus family benefits.

Qualifications

• At least 9 years of post-qualification work experience.
• Knowledge of Internal Audit practices and standards issued by the Institute of Internal Auditors.
• Proficiency in Arabic is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in conducting risk assessments and evaluate risks.
• Prepare audit plans aligned with the RBIA plan.
• Lead and review the work of audit staff.

Skills

Audit practices

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business management

Relevant professional qualification (CA, CPA, ACCA, CIA)

Tools

ERP systems

Management information systems

Job description

Job Description

Our client, a semi-government holding group based in Dubai, is looking to hire an Internal Audit Manager. The ideal candidate must have a background in the Real Estate or Manufacturing industry. The offered salary is AED 30,000 plus family benefits. Proficiency in Arabic is preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in conducting risk assessments, identify and evaluate risks and controls for key business processes.
• Determine the direction and scope of the audit efforts.
• Prepare audit plans and budgets aligned with the RBIA plan.
• Execute audit work following established standards, plans, budgets, and schedules.
• Evaluate significant risks and controls, ensuring comprehensive audit coverage.
• Select appropriate auditing procedures, including statistical sampling and electronic data processing tools.
• Perform audits professionally, adhering to guidelines.
• Assess system effectiveness across various business functions such as finance, manufacturing, engineering, procurement, and sales.
• Lead, mentor, and review the work of audit staff to ensure quality and scope adequacy.
• Report audit findings to executive management, discuss deficiencies, and recommend corrective actions with timelines.
• Draft formal reports on system adequacy, effectiveness, and operational efficiency.
• Follow up on management’s implementation of agreed-upon corrective actions.
• Conduct special reviews or procedures as needed.
• Participate in internal quality reviews aligned with IIA standards.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with auditees, staff, and management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business management.
• Relevant professional qualification (CA, CPA, ACCA, CIA).
• At least 9 years of post-qualification work experience.
• Knowledge of Internal Audit practices and standards issued by the Institute of Internal Auditors.
• Exposure to ERP systems and management information systems.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.