Specialist Business Controls And Support Audit -CPA/CIA- Banking

VAM Systems; Dubai; On-site; AED 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading auditing firm in UAE is seeking a Specialist in Business Controls and Support Audit. The role requires a Degree in Accounting or Business Management, and at least 5 years of audit experience in financial institutions. Key responsibilities include conducting audits, formulating risk-based audit plans, and ensuring effective internal controls. The ideal candidate must possess strong analytical and communication skills, and relevant certifications such as CPA or ACAMS. This position is full-time and requires on-site presence.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of audit experience in Financial Institutions or large Organization Audit Firms.
• Relevant Internal Audit experience in the Banking Sector.
• Experience in Corporate Credit Audit and Financial Risk Audit.

Responsibilities

• Assist in annual risk analysis to formulate risk-based audit plan.
• Conduct audit testing procedures to assess internal controls.
• Communicate audit findings clearly and comprehensively.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Interpersonal & communications skills

Knowledge of Auditing standards

Understanding of banking products

Education

Degree in Accounting/Business Management

Professional qualification (CPA/CIA)

AML/CFT-related certification (i.e., ACAMS)

Job description

Nair Systems is currently looking for Specialist Business Controls And Support Audit for our UAE operations with the following Skill set and terms & conditions.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

Degree in Accounting/Business Management or related fields.

Professional qualification i.e. CPA/CIA.

At least 5 years of audit experience in Financial Institution or large Organization Audit Firms etc.

Must have relevant Internal Audit experience in the Banking Sector.

Should have experience in Corporate Credit Audit and Financial Risk (Risk Modeling) Audit AND / OR

Should hold an AML/CFT-related professional certification (i.e. ACAMS) and have experience auditing AML in banks AND / OR

Should possess a Fraud Investigation qualification and have experience conducting Fraud Audits and Investigations

Technical Qualifications

Demonstrates effective working knowledge and understanding of Auditing standards best practices IIA Guidelines operation and credit risks and controls with the ability to apply said knowledge for effective and efficient execution of the audit assignment.

Demonstrates effective working knowledge and understanding of various banking products services and operations with the ability to apply said knowledge for effective and efficient execution of the audit assignment.

Additional requirements

Strong analytical skills.

Good knowledge of Accounting Business Operations Information Technology Operations and processes.

Good knowledge of best practice standards for Business operations and Information Technology Operations and Processes.

Good interpersonal & communications skill (both verbal and written).

Duties and Responsibilities:

Audit Planning/Design

Assist HBCS in annual risk analysis to formulate risk-based audit plan for Business Controls

and Support audit activities and establishes priorities for proper risk coverage.

Conducting Audits

Evaluates risks and internal control processes related to operations activities to ensure divisions mandate and business goals are met and that professional standards are maintained at all times.

Plans individual audit assignments in coordination with and under supervision of the team leaders to ensure that professional standards are maintained.

Assess that audit plan sufficiently covers the scope addresses key risks and considers expectations of Senior the Audit scope and Audit Plan with HBSC to ensure that the approved audit objectives are met and adequate coverage is achieved.

Meeting with divisions management to form an understanding of the divisions goals and objectives main business activities controls & risks identified by the division any changes in internal controls / or business environment etc.

Performs analytical review by identifying the purpose of the test identify the source of data and ensure its accuracy and completeness inquire about any anomalies or unusual trends found while preforming the analysis provide a conclusion whether the financial analysis was in line with the expected results or whether further review is required in certain areas.

Sample size and method to be clearly defined based on the risks identified and controls assessed and documented for each audit test.

Perform audit testing procedures to assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls.

Audit testing working papers to be prepared in a very comprehensive and clear manners where the objectives source of data population and sample size audit procedures and all findings / observations are identified and documented.

Audit findings to be communicated in a clear and comprehensive manner where the rout-cause of the issues and possible implication on the full portfolio/population is being assessed.

Participates in the performance of individual credit review assignments to achieve the planned credit review objectives.

Assists in the implementation of the departments Quality Assurance Program to ensure that the department is functioning at a high level of efficiency and effectiveness.

Maintains positive and professional relationships with line management colleagues Head of Internal Audit as well as other staff in the bank.

Ensures full confidentiality of information remains intact and data / information are not being shared or discussed with unrelated / unconcerned staff in the bank.

Ensure constant feedback is being provided to Audit Management regarding the progress of audit assignment any hiccups / obstacles that may delay the assignment or any major issues / concerns arises during the audit that requires managements intervention.

Participates in the review of user related procedure/policies for improvement and sign off to ensure they provide for adequate and efficient internal controls.

Joining time frame: 2 weeks (maximum 1 month)

Additional Information:

Terms and conditions:

Joining time frame: maximum 4 weeks

Remote Work: No

Employment Type: Full-time