Internal Auditor

ABYAT; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 9,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

ABYAT, Kuwait's leading home improvement retailer, is seeking an Internal Auditor for a full-time role in Kuwait City. You will evaluate internal controls, risk management, and compliance across the business, and support audit assignments with practical recommendations to improve efficiency and mitigate risk.

The role involves executing audits, documenting findings, and following up on management actions. A background in retail auditing and SAP experience are highly valued, with CIA/CMA/CPA as a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant internal audit experience, preferably in retail.
• Knowledge of internal auditing, risk assessment, governance, and internal control frameworks.
• Experience with SAP would be an advantage; professional certifications such as CIA, CMA, or CPA are beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Execute Risk and Control Matrices (RCMs) through data analysis, interviews, document reviews, and testing.
• Perform reviews of financial and operational processes to ensure policy and regulatory compliance.
• Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and identify improvement opportunities.
• Prepare clear audit reports and follow up on corrective actions with stakeholders.

Skills

Internal auditing

Risk assessment

Governance

Internal controls

Analytical

Communication

Report-writing

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

Join the Team at ABYAT - Your Gateway to Retail Excellence!

About us

Are you ready to be part of the largest retail store in the Middle East ABYAT, spanning an impressive 22,000 square meters and offering over 22,000 products, is your one-stop destination for all things home improvement and more. From elegant tiles and captivating wallpapers to state-of-the-art lighting solutions and stylish kitchen fixtures, we pride ourselves on offering a diverse array of top-quality products under one roof.

Established locally with a vision for excellence, ABYAT has been setting benchmarks since its inception in September 2005. With an unwavering focus on our customers, we've crafted an experience that revolves around their needs, from our meticulously designed store layouts to our unparalleled service offerings.

Expanding beyond our roots in Kuwait, ABYAT is now making waves in Saudi Arabia and setting our sights on Qatar and the UAE. As we continue to grow, we're seeking passionate individuals to join our dynamic team and contribute to our journey of success.

Position: Internal Auditor

Type: Full-time

As an Internal Auditor at ABYAT, you will be responsible for evaluating the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management processes, and compliance across the business, while supporting the delivery of internal audit assignments and providing practical recommendations to improve operational efficiency and mitigate risk.

The role involves conducting financial and operational audits, performing control and substantive testing, preparing audit documentation and reports, and following up on the implementation of agreed management actions.

Key Responsibilities:

Internal Audit Execution

• Execute Risk and Control Matrices (RCMs) through data analysis, interviews, document reviews, and substantive and control testing.
• Conduct detailed reviews of financial and operational processes to assess compliance with applicable policies and regulations.
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and identify areas for improvement.
• Support the identification of operational, financial, and compliance risks across the business.

Compliance Assurance

• Monitor compliance with applicable laws, regulations, internal policies, and procedures.
• Stay updated on regulatory developments and relevant industry best practices.
• Support the business in strengthening controls and improving compliance practices.

Audit Reporting

• Prepare clear and concise audit reports summarizing findings, risks, recommendations, and agreed action plans.
• Communicate audit findings and recommendations to relevant stakeholders.
• Follow up on the implementation of agreed corrective actions.
• Escalate delays in implementing audit recommendations where required.

Audit Documentation

• Maintain complete and well-organized audit workpapers and supporting documentation.
• Prepare and maintain RCMs, process understanding documents, audit programs, testing evidence, and other relevant audit records.
• Ensure audit documentation appropriately supports conclusions and findings.
• Stay up to date with evolving audit methodologies, retail industry risks, and internal control practices.
• Contribute to improving audit processes, tools, and ways of working.
• Participate in training and development activities to strengthen technical and professional auditing capabilities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant internal audit experience, preferably within retail or a related industry.
• Strong knowledge of internal auditing, risk assessment, governance, and internal control frameworks.
• Good understanding of retail operations, processes, and associated risks.
• Strong analytical, communication, stakeholder management, and report-writing skills.
• Ability to conduct audit testing, assess controls, identify risks, and develop practical recommendations.
• Experience with SAP would be an advantage.
• Professional certification such as CIA, CMA, or CPA would be an advantage.