Senior Internal Audit Consultant – Arabic Speaking & Risk

Grant Thornton UAE; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Grant Thornton UAE is seeking a Senior Consultant for our Business Risk Services team in Abu Dhabi. You will lead engagements, assess internal controls, and deliver insights that help clients manage risk and improve performance.

The role requires 3+ years in Internal Audit or Risk Management in a top international firm, a accounting/finance degree, professional qualifications (CIA/ACCA/CA/CRMA) preferred, and fluency in English and Arabic.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of work experience in Internal Audit / Risk Management within a top international consulting firm.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in accounting or finance is essential.
• Excellent verbal, written & presentation skills in English and Arabic are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Preparing audit planning documents and client terms of reference.
• Preparing business proposals and timely submissions to line managers.
• Conducting fieldwork and reviewing processes as applicable.
• Executing financial risk management assignments in financial services including risk models and reporting.
• Performing current state assessments, gap analyses and Target Operating Model design.
• Developing risk reporting procedures and updating policies and standards.
• Producing close-out documentation and leading client meetings.
• Managing client and team relationships and field management activities.
• Planning audits and supervising junior colleagues; leading planning and exit meetings.
• Preparing reports and presentations for projects.
• Formulating recommendations aligned with client needs and capabilities.
• Assisting in plan implementation and resolving discrepancies.
• Assisting in financial management including billing and profitability budgets.

Skills

Internal Audit / Risk Management

Arabic & English communication

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Grant Thornton UAE is seeking a Senior Consultant for our Business Risk Services team in Abu Dhabi. You will lead engagements, assess internal controls, and deliver insights that help clients manage risk and improve performance.

The role requires 3+ years in Internal Audit or Risk Management in a top international firm, a accounting/finance degree, professional qualifications (CIA/ACCA/CA/CRMA) preferred, and fluency in English and Arabic.