Retail Audit Executive

GMG; Abu Dhabi; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

GMG is seeking a Retail Audit Executive to evaluate retail operations and internal controls. With a focus on compliance and improvement, the role involves conducting audits and collaborating with store management. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a background in auditing or investigations.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma, university degree advantageous.
• Proficiency in MS Office and analytical tools.
• Experience in leading investigations.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate internal controls and auditing processes.
• Develop and implement retail audit programs.
• Communicate findings and initiate remedial actions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical tools

Risk assessment

Education

High School Diploma

University degree (advantage)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Who we are:

GMG is a global well-being company retailing, distributing, and manufacturing a portfolio of leading international and home-grown brands across sport, everyday goods, health and beauty, properties, and logistics sectors. Under the ownership and management of the Baker family for over 45 years, GMG is a valued partner of choice for the world's most successful and respected brands in the well-being sector. Operating across the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia, GMG has introduced more than 120 brands across 12 countries. These include notable home-grown brands such as Sun & Sand Sports, Dropkick, Supercare Pharmacy, Farm Fresh, Klassic, and international brands like Nike, Columbia, Converse, Timberland, Vans, Mama Sitas, and McCain.

What you'll be doing:

The Retail Audit Executive is responsible for reviewing and evaluating organizations' front-end retail operations, assessing the effectiveness and adequacy of the internal controls stipulated in operational policies and procedures. The role acts as a business consultant and assurance provider to the business, reporting to and assisting the Manager with reviews and special projects as required.

Job Description:

• Carry out operational and compliance audit duties such as evaluating internal controls, applying professional audit techniques, preparing audit reports, developing solutions, and documenting findings.
• Perform policy compliance tests, formulate, and implement the company's retail audit programs.
• Identify insights, outliers, and value through analytical procedures.
• Communicate and reach agreements on findings with the audited store and initiate remedial actions.
• Share audit reports within predefined timelines and discuss findings with the store's direct Line Manager.
• Carry out ad hoc assignments based on management requests.
• Provide ad hoc assistance to internal teams, managers, and specialists as required.
• Lead investigations.

Functional/Technical Competencies:

• Good background in computer applications such as MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), data visualization, and analytical tools.
• Ability to see beyond what's obvious.
• Attention to detail and understanding of the big picture.
• Risk assessment capabilities.
• Experience in leading and completing investigations.

Educational Qualification:

Minimum High School Diploma covering 12-year standard education; a university degree is an advantage.