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Job summary
A reputable recruitment firm in Dubai is seeking a Head of Internal Audit to lead the Internal Audit Department and report directly to the Board of Directors. The ideal candidate must have at least 7-10 years of experience, including Big 4 experience, and strong analytical and leadership skills. This role offers a chance to shape the internal audit function strategically and ensure effective risk management and internal controls.
Qualifications
- Minimum 7-10 years' experience, with Big 4 being part of it.
- Substantial experience heading internal audit function in a large conglomerate.
- Understanding of corporate governance and internal control frameworks.
Responsibilities
- Control of the Internal Audit Department, including policies and recruitment.
- Set strategic direction based on the internal audit charter.
- Execute audits according to the strategic internal audit plan.
Skills
Education
Our client, a reputable large group, is seeking to recruit a Head of Internal Audit. The role reports directly to the Board of Directors.
- Full control of the Internal Audit Department - policies, procedures, recruitment plan
- Set the strategic direction of the internal audit function based on the strategy and the internal audit charter
- Develop internal audit function’s budget for review and approval by the Board of Directors
- Execute the audits based on the strategic internal audit plan
- Examine and evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal control systems and procedures
- Identify risk management issues and internal controls deficiencies, coordinate with heads of the department (as applicable) and discuss audit findings for their respective area including corrective actions and recommendations for implementation
- Examine and evaluate the information systems in place across the Company, recommending controls to ensure system reliability, business continuity, data security and integrity
- Qualified Accountant. Professional Audit qualification will be beneficial
- Minimum 7-10 years’ experience, Big 4 being part of it
- Substantial experience heading Internal Audit function in a large conglomerate
- Understanding of emerging risk management concepts, corporate governance and internal control models / frameworks like COSO/COBIT
- Strong analytical abilities and process improvement skills
- Excellent leadership/people management skills
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