Senior Internal Auditor

Petrofac; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 180,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

Petrofac is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor in the United Arab Emirates to deliver risk-based audit engagements and support the annual audit plan. The role requires strong analytical capability, stakeholder engagement, and a data-driven approach to audit delivery.

You will lead end-to-end audits, assess controls, and leverage data analytics to enhance coverage while collaborating across engagements. A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance and professional certification (CIA/CPA/ACCA) are

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CIA/CPA/ACCA preferred or in progress.
• 5–7 years of internal audit experience in multinational environments.
• Strong understanding of COSO and internal control frameworks.
• Exposure to data analytics or technology-enabled auditing techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver risk-based internal audit engagements end-to-end.
• Assess design and operating effectiveness of controls and identify gaps.
• Use data analytics to enhance audit coverage and support conclusions.
• Ensure work adheres to internal methodology and IIA Standards.
• Prepare audit documentation and contribute to management reporting.
• Build stakeholder relationships and communicate findings clearly.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Independent audit management

Data analytics

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CIA/CPA/ACCA in progress

Tools

Data analytics tools

Job description

Purpose: The Senior Internal Auditor is responsible for delivering risk-based audit engagements and supporting execution of the annual audit plan. The role provides independent assurance over governance, risk management, and internal controls, requiring strong analytical capability, stakeholder engagement, and a data-driven approach to audit delivery.

Key Accountabilities

• 1.1.Lead and deliver audit engagements end-to-end (planning, fieldwork, reporting, and closure) for assigned audits, operating with appropriate supervision.
• 1.2.Execute risk-based audit procedures, assessing the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls, identifying risks and control gaps.
• 1.3.Leverage data analytics to enhance audit coverage and support conclusions, applying professional judgement at all times.
• 1.4.Ensure audit work is completed in accordance with internal methodology and IIA Standards.
• 1.5.Prepare high-quality audit documentation and contribute to audit reports and management reporting.
• 1.6.Build strong stakeholder relationships across the business, clearly communicate audit findings, and support the development and timely closure of recommendations.
• 1.7.Contribute to the development of the risk-based Annual Audit Plan, leveraging audit insights and business understanding
• 1.8.Identify and support opportunities to enhance audit effectiveness through process improvements, digitisation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• 1.9.Work collaboratively across audit engagements to deliver high-quality outcomes.
• 1.10.Provide guidance and informal coaching to junior team members, where appropriate.
• 1.11.Take ownership of personal development, including building technical and data analytics capabilities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline
• Professional certification (CIA, CPA, ACCA or equivalent) preferred or in progress
• 5 - 7 years of experience in internal audit within complex or multinational environments
• Strong understanding of risk management and internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO)
• Exposure to data analytics or technology-enabled auditing techniques

Key Skills:

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Ability to manage audit assignments independently
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills

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