Group Internal Audit Manager

Hamdan Trading Group; Dhofar; On-site; OMR 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamdan Trading Group seeks a senior audit lead to develop and execute a risk-based audit plan across divisions, identifying control weaknesses and potential irregularities. You will assess compliance with policies, make independent recommendations, and coordinate with external auditors.

The role requires 10–12 years of audit experience, managerial exposure, and willingness to travel frequently within Oman and GCC countries. CIA/CISA/CFE is advantageous.

Qualifications

• CA / ACCA / CPA or equivalent with 10–12 years of audit experience.
• 3+ years in managerial level; multi-entity or conglomerate exposure preferred.
• CIA, CISA, or CFE an advantage.
• Willingness to travel frequently between sites within Oman and GCC.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a risk-based monthly annual audit plan covering all divisions.
• Identify and investigate control weaknesses, unusual transactions, leaks, fraud risks, and financial irregularities.
• Review cost controls, budgets, margins, and KPIs for operational efficiency.
• Assess major business risks and ensure internal controls and risk mitigation are in place.

Skills

Audit experience

Managerial experience

Travel willingness

Strong stakeholder management

Risk assessment

Education

CA / ACCA / CPA or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Data analytics

Job description

Develop and execute a risk-based monthly annual audit plan covering all divisions calibrated to each division s distinct risk profile Identify and investigate control weaknesses unusual transactions leakages fraud risks and potential financial irregularities Review cost controls budgetary performance margins operational efficiency and key business KPIs Assess major business risks and ensure appropriate risk mitigation and internal controls are in place Review related-party transactions intercompany balances advances loans and unusual recoverability issues across Group companies Evaluate compliance with Group policies delegated authority limits applicable laws contracts and regulatory requirements Perform surprise checks and focused audits where significant risks or management concerns are identified Monitor the Exchange Business at an overall governance control level including key financial compliance and risk indicators without involvement in day-to-day operations Provide management with independent insights and recommendations to improve profitability efficiency controls and governance Coordinate with external auditors finance teams management and other assurance functions as required Test financial and operational controls through fieldwork and substantive testing Conduct investigations related to fraud policy violations and conflicts of interest when required Audit inventory and branch cash handling and monitor the implementation of corrective action plans Utilize ERP systems and data analytics to identify risks and improve audit effectiveness Escalate significant control weaknesses promptly to the respective Business Heads Board Members Prepare audit reports with practical prioritized recommendations track remediation to closure and draft Group Policies wherever required Liaise with divisional Business Heads The role requires strong stakeholder management given group-wide access

Key Focus

• Protect Group Assets
• Strengthen Controls
• Minimize Financial Leakages
• Identify Risks Early
• Improve Operational Efficiency
• Ensure Compliance
• Support Sound Corporate Governance

CA / ACCA / CPA or equivalent.10-12 years of audit experience, with 3+ years at managerial level; multi-entity or conglomerate exposure preferred.CIA, CISA, or CFE an advantage.Comfortable operating across dissimilar business models rather than a single-industry background.Willing to travel frequently between sites within Oman and GCC countries.