Internal Auditor (UAE National)

Confidential Careers; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Careers is seeking an Internal Auditor in Abu Dhabi to evaluate risk management, internal controls, and governance. You will provide independent assurance that operations run efficiently and assets are safeguarded, with compliance to policies and regulations.

Key responsibilities include executing audits per plan, reporting findings, and following up on corrective actions. The role requires CIA certification, 3–5 years of experience, and strong communication with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• CIA certification is mandatory.
• 3–5 years of experience in Internal Audit, Risk Management, or Compliance.
• Strong understanding of IIA Standards.
• Knowledge of internal controls, governance, risk management, and compliance.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute internal audit assignments as per the annual audit plan.
• Assess adequacy and effectiveness of controls, risk management, and governance.
• Audit financial, operational, and compliance activities for risks.
• Prepare audit reports with findings, recommendations, and corrective actions.
• Follow up on audit observations and monitor corrective actions.
• Evaluate compliance with policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and strengthen controls.
• Support management with special reviews and advisory projects as needed.
• Maintain audit working papers per professional standards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Report writing

Stakeholder management

Excel

PowerPoint

Education

CIA certification

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

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

The Internal Auditor will be responsible for evaluating and improving the effectiveness of risk management, internal controls, and governance processes across the organization. The role aims to provide independent and objective assurance that business operations are conducted efficiently, assets are safeguarded, financial and operational information is reliable, and all activities comply with applicable policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute internal audit assignments in accordance with the approved annual audit plan.
• Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes.
• Conduct audits of financial, operational, and compliance activities to identify risks and control weaknesses.
• Prepare comprehensive audit reports with findings, recommendations, and corrective action plans.
• Follow up on audit observations and monitor the implementation of agreed corrective actions.
• Evaluate compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and strengthen internal controls.
• Support management with special reviews, investigations, and advisory projects when required.
• Maintain audit working papers and documentation in line with professional auditing standards.

Qualifications & Experience :

• Must be a AE Citizen
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) qualification is mandatory.
• 3-5 years of experience in Internal Audit, Risk Management, Compliance, or a related function.
• Good understanding of International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (IIA Standards).
• Knowledge of internal controls, corporate governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.