Internal Auditor

TRS Staffing Solutions; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

TRS Staffing Solutions seeks an experienced Internal Auditor to join our Internal Audit team in Dubai. The role focuses on evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, risk management practices, and compliance with policies and procedures to support governance and operational excellence.

Responsibilities include audit planning and execution, reporting with clear recommendations, stakeholder liaison, and governance improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• Master's degree or MBA preferred.
• CIA/CPA/CA or equivalent professional qualification.
• Minimum 5 years of internal and/or external audit experience.
• Experience in Maritime, Logistics, Ports, or Transportation desirable.
• Big 4 audit experience is an advantage.
• Fluent English required; Arabic language skills are highly preferred.
• Good understanding of GCC business culture.

Responsibilities

• Audit planning and execution including APD, RCMs and audit programs.
• Perform substantive and controls testing, walkthroughs, and risk assessments.
• Prepare clear audit reports with findings and recommendations.
• Support management in corrective action plans and monitor actions.
• Liaise with external auditors and provide audit findings and supporting information.
• Promote awareness of internal controls and audit best practices across the business.
• Contribute to governance and compliance with policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Fluent English

Arabic language skills (preferred)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline

Master's degree or MBA preferred

Professional certification such as CIA/CPA/CA

Tools

CAATs

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Internal Auditor to join our Internal Audit team. This role is responsible for evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, risk management practices, and compliance with company policies and procedures. The successful candidate will conduct audit assignments, identify improvement opportunities, and support the organization in maintaining strong governance and operational excellence.

Audit Planning & Execution

• Develop audit planning documentation including Audit Planning Documents (APD), Risk & Control Matrices (RCM), and audit programs.
• Define audit objectives, scope, and methodologies to ensure effective audit coverage.
• Perform substantive testing, controls testing, walkthroughs, and risk assessments.
• Utilize appropriate sampling techniques and Computer Assisted Audit Techniques (CAATs).

Reporting & Recommendations

• Prepare clear, concise, and insightful audit reports highlighting key findings and recommendations.
• Support management in developing corrective and preventive action plans.
• Monitor and validate the effectiveness of implemented actions.

Stakeholder Management

• Liaise with external auditors and provide relevant audit findings and supporting information.
• Build strong relationships with business stakeholders across the organization.
• Promote awareness of internal controls and audit best practices throughout the business.

Governance & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of audit methodologies, systems, and processes.
• Support quality, health, safety, and environmental compliance initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Master's degree or MBA preferred.
• Professional certification such as: Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA), Equivalent professional qualification
• Minimum 5 years of internal and/or external audit experience.
• Experience within the Maritime, Logistics, Ports, or Transportation sector is highly desirable.
• Previous Big 4 auditing experience is an advantage.
• Fluent English essential; Arabic language skills are highly preferred.
• Good understanding of GCC business culture and working environments.