Analyst/Associate Consultant - Internal Audit

Protiviti Middle East Member Firm; Capital Governorate; On-site; BHD 12,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Protiviti Middle East Member Firm seeks an accomplished internal audit professional to plan, execute and report on risk-based engagements from Bahrain office. You will perform walkthroughs, risk assessments and control testing, delivering practical recommendations to enhance governance and compliance.

The role requires strong communication, writing and presentation skills, with travel to client sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in commerce, or equivalent.
• 2-4 years of internal audit or risk advisory experience.
• Certifications such as CIA/CA/ACCA/CISA/CFE or similar.
• Fluent in English; Arabic a plus.
• Proficient in MS Office and strong report writing.

Responsibilities

• Execute end-to-end risk-based internal audit engagements per firm methodology.
• Perform walkthroughs, risk assessments, control testing, and reporting.
• Evaluate governance, risk management, and control frameworks.
• Provide practical, risk-based recommendations to address gaps.
• Prepare audit reports, working papers, and documentation.
• Manage client stakeholder interactions and communicate results.
• Ensure delivery within timelines and quality standards.
• Assist in multiple engagements and team activities.
• Contribute to proposals, presentations and business development.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Time management

Independent working

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in commerce

CIA/CA/ ACCA/ CISA/ CFE or similar certifications

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Execute end-to-end risk-based internal audit engagements, including planning, fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up, in line with firm methodology, GIAS standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform walkthroughs, process reviews, risk assessments, and control testing.
• Evaluate governance, risk management, and internal control frameworks, identifying control deficiencies and compliance gaps.
• Identify operational, regulatory, and compliance risks, and provide practical, risk-based recommendations.
• Prepare high-quality audit reports, working papers, and engagement documentation.
• Manage client stakeholder interactions, including information gathering, validation of findings, and communication of audit results.
• Ensure engagements are delivered within agreed timelines and quality standards.
• Assist the manager in executing multiple engagements and/or teams’ activities and commit to deliver on time and quality in line with expectations.
• Contributing to proposals, presentations and other business development activities

Desired Profile: Education, Qualifications And Skills Required

• 2-4 years of minimum work experience in Internal Audit or Risk Advisory preferably from a consulting firm or in any financial institutions
• Bachelor’s degree in commerce.
• CIA/CA/ ACCA/ CISA/ CFE or similar certifications
• Fluent in English. Arabic will be a plus.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc)
• Excellent writing, communication and presentation skills.
• Confident working independently and managing several tasks at once.
• Possess an analytical approach and inquisitive mind.

KPI

Engagement Delivery: 100% of assigned engagements delivered within agreed timelines and budget.

• Quality Standards: All audit files meet firm methodology and quality review requirements with no significant review findings.
• Client Satisfaction: Achieve ≥90% positive client feedback on engagement delivery and communication.
• Audit Reporting: All audit reports issued within agreed timelines and accepted with minimal revisions.
• Documentation Quality: 100% completion of working papers and audit documentation in line with firm standards.
• Knowledge Development: Completion of required training and contribution to at least one knowledge-sharing or methodology enhancement initiative annually.

Key Personal Attributes

• A good blend of creative thinking and rigorous analysis in solving business problems.
• A high-energy individual possessing excellent analytical, interpersonal, communication and presentation skills. Adept at preparing and presenting to senior audiences.
• Demonstrates excellent leadership and interpersonal skills. Must be able to maintain a professional demeanor in times of high stress.
• Prior management and direct supervisory experience in a team environment are required.
• Excellent time management skills. Must have the ability to multitask.
• Regular reading habit to stay abreast of developments in business thought leadership and exhibits high level of confidentiality vis‑à‑vis client operations
• Enjoys traveling and meeting new people. Flexibility to travel, and work in, other locations is essential.

Location

Selected personnel will be based out our Bahrain office.