Senior Director - Internal Audit

Arada; Dubai; On-site; AED 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Arada Dubai seeks a Senior Director – Internal Audit to lead group-wide audits of processes, operations and compliance. You will evaluate internal controls, assess risks, and report findings with actionable recommendations. Collaboration with the Internal Audit Manager to design plans is essential.

The role requires extensive experience in internal audit, strong analytical and communication skills, and a background in real estate development or large commercial entities is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field; professional certifications (CIA, CISA, CA, ACCA, CFE) preferred.
• Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct audits to ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and procedures.
• Review and analyze financial, operational, and commercial practices to identify areas of improvement.
• Assist in compliance audits, ensuring adherence to local and international regulations.
• Prepare detailed audit working papers and reports, highlighting findings, conclusions, and actionable recommendations.
• Work with the Internal Audit Manager to design audit plans and execute audit tasks.
• Identify risks, inefficiencies, or inconsistencies within the organization and recommend corrective measures.
• Perform follow-up audits to verify the implementation of recommended improvements.
• Support special audit projects and investigations as assigned by the Internal Audit Manager

Skills

Auditing standards

Internal controls

Risk assessment

Financial analysis

ERP/accounting systems

MS Office

Communication skills

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Master’s degree preferred

CIA/CISA/CA/ACCA/CFE preferred

Tools

MS Excel

ERP/Accounting systems

MS PowerPoint

Job description

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

The Senior Director – Internal Audit will be responsible for conducting audits across the Group’s processes, operations, and compliance areas, reporting directly to the Internal Audit Manager. The role involves evaluating internal controls, assessing business risks, ensuring regulatory compliance, and recommending improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct audits to ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and procedures.
• Review and analyze financial, operational, and commercial practices to identify areas of improvement.
• Assist in compliance audits, ensuring adherence to local and international regulations.
• Prepare detailed audit working papers and reports, highlighting findings, conclusions, and actionable recommendations.
• Work with the Internal Audit Manager to design audit plans and execute audit tasks.
• Identify risks, inefficiencies, or inconsistencies within the organization and recommend corrective measures.
• Perform follow-up audits to verify the implementation of recommended improvements.
• Support special audit projects and investigations as assigned by the Internal Audit Manager

QUALIFICATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field; professional certifications (CIA, CISA, CA, ACCA, CFE) preferred.
• Master’s degree preferred.

Experience

• 15+ years of experience in internal audit. Candidates with an Engineering background and strong exposure to procurement, contract management, and real estate development will be considered a strong advantage.
• Solid understanding of financial and operational processes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in financial auditing practices, internal controls, and risk management.
• Experience in real estate development or large commercial entities preferred.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of auditing standards and internal controls.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and ERP/accounting systems.
• Attention to detail with excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong report-writing and presentation skills.
• Critical thinking and risk assessment capabilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and discretion.