Internal & External Auditor (Banking Industry)

leading-edge; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

leading-edge is seeking an experienced Internal and External Auditor with a banking background from a Big 4 firm in Dubai, UAE. The role involves conducting audits, providing assurance services, and identifying improvement opportunities across the bank’s operations.

You will develop audit plans, perform risk assessments, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate with management and audit committees. A CPA/CA/ACCA is preferred, with at least three years in banking audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Professional certification (e.g., CPA, CA, ACCA).
• Minimum 3 years of experience in internal or external audit, preferably in a Big 4 firm.
• Experience in banking industry audits, including knowledge of banking regulations and standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct internal audits of banking operations, including risk management, compliance, and financial reporting.
• Perform external audits of banking clients, including financial statement audits and regulatory compliance.
• Identify areas for improvement and provide recommendations to management.
• Develop and implement audit plans, procedures, and reports.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, including management, audit committees, and regulatory bodies.
• Stay up-to-date with industry developments, regulatory changes, and best practices.

Skills

Auditing

Banking audits

Regulatory awareness

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA/CA/ACCA certification

Tools

ACL

IDEA

Job description

Job Title:Internal & External Auditor (Banking Industry)
Location: Dubai, UAE

Job Summary

Our client is seeking an experienced Internal and External Auditor with a background in banking from a Big 4 firm. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting audits, providing assurance services, and identifying areas for improvement in the bank's operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct internal audits of banking operations, including risk management, compliance, and financial reporting
• Perform external audits of banking clients, including financial statement audits and regulatory compliance
• Identify areas for improvement and provide recommendations to management
• Develop and implement audit plans, procedures, and reports
• Collaborate with stakeholders, including management, audit committees, and regulatory bodies
• Stay up-to-date with industry developments, regulatory changes, and best practices

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Professional certification (e.g., CPA, CA, ACCA)
• Minimum 3years of experience in internal or external audit, preferably in a Big 4 firm
• Experience in banking industry audits, including knowledge of banking regulations and standards
• Strong understanding of audit principles, risk management, and internal controls
• Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with audit software and tools (e.g., ACL, IDEA)
• Knowledge of banking industry trends and developments
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment