Lead Auditor - Internal Audit

Bahrain Airport Services; Muharraq Governorate; On-site; BHD 12,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Bahrain Airport Services is seeking an experienced Internal Audit Leader to direct a team of Internal Auditors, design audit programs, assess financial risks, and deliver detailed reports with actionable recommendations. You will ensure compliance with IPPF, drive quality improvements, and coordinate follow-up actions with stakeholders.

The role requires strong English communication, CPA or equivalent, and 5 years of audit experience, including 3 in professional practice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• 5 years of audit experience, including at least 3 years in a reputable accounting practice.
• Professional Accounting Qualification CPA or equivalent.
• Knowledge of IPPF standards and internal audit practices.
• High proficiency in written and spoken English.
• Strong technical audit, project management, risk and quality skills.
• Excellent influencing, facilitation, communication, analytical and report-writing abilities.

Responsibilities

• Direct the work of assigned Internal Auditors and oversee audit tasks.
• Develop detailed audit programs, plan tests, and define procedures.
• Assess inherent risks and prepare a risk/control matrix for the audit program.
• Prepare comprehensive audit reports with findings and actionable recommendations.
• Conduct follow-up audits to verify corrective actions and flag investigations as needed.
• Perform internal quality reviews in line with IPPF and promote continuous improvement.
• Represent the department professionally and keep abreast of local and international developments in Internal Audit.

Skills

English proficiency

IPPF knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication

Project management

Report writing

Influencing / facilitation

Audit experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

CPA or equivalent

Job description

Main Objectives

Directs the activities of assigned Internal Auditors, including planning and executing audit programs focused on cost control, cost reduction, profit improvement, and asset security. Review established systems to ensure compliance with company objectives and procedures, providing guidance and addressing any challenges related to the audit programs. Prepares audit reports with findings and recommendations.

Main Duties

• Direct the work of assigned Internal Auditors, recommend audit areas, and execute assigned audit tasks.


• Develop detailed audit programs, including planning tests, defining procedures, and identifying key control points to assess financial risks.


• Analyze inherent risks in the processes under review, assess their likelihood and impact, and prepare a risk/control matrix (RCM) for inclusion in the audit program.


• Develop a detailed audit program assigned by the Internal Audit Manager, which includes planning and executing audit tests, defining audit procedures, utilizing established sampling techniques, and identifying key control points to assess potential exposure to financial loss, ensuring a comprehensive risk evaluation.


• Prepare detailed audit reports by summarizing findings, applying analytical techniques, discussing observations with stakeholders, and offering actionable recommendations to improve systems and controls.


• Conduct follow-up audits to verify the completion of corrective actions and propose special investigations when necessary, ensuring risks are mitigated and issues are resolved effectively.


• Perform internal quality reviews as directed, ensuring compliance with the International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) and promoting continuous improvement within the audit function.


• Represent the department with professionalism, communicate effectively, and stay informed on local and international developments in Internal Audit to align practices with industry trends.


• Comply with the Company's and airport authorities’ health, safety & security requirements.


• Carries out other similar or related duties as directed by the management.

Minimum Requirements

Education:

• A minimum of bachelor's degree.

Experience:

• 5 years’ experience in Audit work of which at least 3 years within a reputable accounting practice.

Other Essential Requirements:

• Holds a professional Accounting Qualification, CPA or equivalent.


• Knowledge of the Internal Audit International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF).


• High level of proficiency in written and spoken English.


• High level of technical audit, project management, risk & quality skills.


• Strong influencing, facilitation, communication, analytical skills & report writing abilities.