Internal Auditor

AlTijaria Group; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 12,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

AlTijaria Group, a leading Kuwait-based real estate company, seeks an experienced Internal Auditor to ensure successful audit engagements, including planning, execution and reporting with sound conclusions. The role emphasizes adherence to internal audit policies and ethical standards.

The successful candidate will plan field work, document evidence, and present findings to IA management, while coordinating with different departments and following up on actions from prior audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• 4–6 years of professional experience in internal audit and risk management.
• Professional certifications (e.g., CIA, CPA, ACCA) are an advantage.
• Experience in real estate or investment sectors in the Gulf region is a plus.
• Proficiency in finance and financial audits, including knowledge of accounting principles and audit methodologies.
• Experience preparing and reviewing audit reports, with attention to detail and clear documentation.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial and operational data and identify risks and control gaps.
• Effective communication skills, including the ability to present findings and recommendations to various stakeholders.
• Familiarity with Islamic finance principles and Sharia-compliant financial practices is beneficial.
• Strong organizational skills, integrity, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct audit planning for the reviewed areas including (e.g. Business understanding, risk identification, work program and other planning tasks).
• Lead and conduct audit field work (e.g. information gathering, sampling, testing, evidence, clear and organized documentation and other field work tasks) based on risk.
• Plan and prioritize field work in coordination with the reviewed departments and escape any delays to the IA management.
• Confirm initial findings with operations supervisors and prepare draft audit reports addressing the root cause and recommendations, taking into consideration the review comments of the IA management.
• Follow up on actions taken as due on previous audit observations and provide updates for review by Internal audit management.
• Performs related work as assigned by Internal Audit Department Management.
• Maintains compliance with ethical values of internal audit conduct Integrity, Objectivity, Confidentiality, and Competency.

Skills

Internal audit

Risk management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Integrity

Sharia knowledge

Independent work

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

Tools

Audit methodologies

Job description

Company Description

AlTijaria Group, officially The Commercial Real Estate Company K.P.S.C (Al-Tijaria), is one of the largest real estate companies in Kuwait in terms of paid-up capital. Established in 1968 and listed on the Kuwait Stock Exchange since 2004, the company has a long-standing presence of over four decades in the market. AlTijaria focuses on commercial property investments across Kuwait and the Gulf region, operating as a multi-faceted organization with diverse real estate activities. All financial operations and investments are governed by Islamic Sharia law, offering a values-driven and compliant business environment for team members.

Role Description

Ensures successful completion of audit engagements, inclusive of planning, execution and preparation of report with sound conclusions. Compliance with internal audit policies and procedures.

Job Responsibilties

• Conduct audit planning for the reviewed areas including (e.g. Business understanding, risk identification, work program and other planning tasks).
• Lead and conduct audit field work (e.g. information gathering, sampling, testing, evidence, clear and organized documentation and other field work tasks) based on risk.
• Plan and prioritize field work in coordination with the reviewed departments and escape any delays to the IA management.
• Confirm initial findings with operations supervisors and prepare draft audit reports addressing the root cause and recommendations, taking into consideration the review comments of the IA management.
• Follow up on actions taken as due on previous audit observations and provide updates for review by Internal audit management.
• Performs related work as assigned by Internal Audit Department Management.
• Maintains compliance with ethical values of internal audit conduct Integrity, Objectivity, Confidentiality, and Competency.

Qualifications and skills

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field
• 4 – 6 years of professional experience in internal audit and risk management
• Professional certifications (e.g., CIA, CPA, ACCA) are an advantage.
• Experience in real estate or investment sectors in the Gulf region is a plus.
• Proficiency in finance and financial audits, including knowledge of accounting principles and audit methodologies.
• Experience preparing and reviewing audit reports, with attention to detail and clear documentation.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial and operational data and identify risks and control gaps.
• Effective communication skills, including the ability to present findings and recommendations to various stakeholders.
• Familiarity with Islamic finance principles and Sharia-compliant financial practices is beneficial.
• Strong organizational skills, integrity, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.