Senior Auditor

Oman Refinery; Muscat; On-site; OMR 30,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Oman Refinery seeks a Senior Auditor to lead internal audit assignments, ensuring compliance with IA standards and best practices. The role involves planning, executing and supervising audit work, performing data analyses, and drafting reports for management review.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and professional qualifications such as ACCA/CIA/CISA. Prior experience in auditing within oil, gas, or industrial sectors is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required.
• ACCA/CIA/CISA are advantageous.
• Experience in internal auditing and audit principles.

Responsibilities

• Plan, conduct, supervise and report on audit assignments.
• Develop comprehensive audit programs covering objectives and risks.
• Ensure audits are completed on time and in compliance with IA standards.
• Lead fieldwork and supervise assigned auditors, collect evidence.
• Draft and endorse audit reports, monitor corrective actions.

Skills

Internal auditing

Audit standards

Data analytics

Microsoft Excel

English proficiency

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

ACCA

CIA

CISA

Job description

Job title Senior Auditor Function CEO Office OQBI Department Internal Audit Location Oman-Salalah Reporting to Head of Internal Audit HIA

Job Purpose

Execute the internal audit activities processes and procedures acting as owner of Internal Audit IA standards amp protocols performance of audit procedures identifying and defining issues implementing audit criteria reviewing and analysing evidence and documenting client processes and procedures to promote a high standard of auditing continues business improvement risk mitigation according to the business needs. This role is guided in accordance with the OQBI Mission Vision Values and Strategies as well as policies guidelines and both local amp international standards. It is supported by an IT Technology platform HSSE standards Omani government regulations legal justifications and best international practices. All these elements are aligned with the national objectives of Oman

Main tasks and responsibilities

Responsible for planning conducting supervising and reporting on specific audit assignments Develop comprehensive audit programs covering all the audit objectives risks Ensure audits are completed as assigned and within time Develop comprehensive information data requests based on the approved audit programs Ensure that the IA standards are applied in audit work latest audit methods and computerized audit techniques and tools including mass data analysis are used by the team Ensure specific instructions of the HOIA are addressed during the audit field work Conduct audit field work as per approved audit program work programs Direct and supervise the assigned auditors for the specific engagements Collect sufficient information to support execution of all audit steps as per the approved audit program Update Assurance Audit Management System with detailed condition criteria root cause consequence and recommendations Maintaining work paper documentations and uploading audit steps administrative documents audit evidence supporting documents conclusions etc into Audit Management System on a real time basis Draft Audit report and obtain endorsement Ensure follow-up on findings and corrective actions to ensure continuous improvement in the management of risk and operational excellence Provide guidance to Auditors including mentoring and training Ensure knowledge and information about the corporate major processes new ventures and emerging audit issues and practice is maintained Update where necessary the Risk and Control Matrix Conduct Quality Assurance Improvement QAIP program at the end of each audit engagement

General Knowledge skills and abilities

Ability to apply attestation standards through practical application Proactive in researching accounting matters Solid listening skills and ability to identify gaps in logic inquisitive Proactive in asking clarifying questions to ensure work effort is directed wholly toward desired outcome Strong organization and follow up skills including the ability to handle competing priorities while meeting all deadlines Demonstrated ability to lead a small team and ensure successful results Strong oral and written communication skills Strong command of Microsoft Excel Ability to identify issues the cause of such and facilitate communications in a proactive manner to avoid surprises Willingness and ability to adapt to new circumstances information and challenges

Key interactions

Internal All streams and functions External Contractors Vendors & Suppliers

Working Conditions

Office environment intensive computer screen use sporadic visits to operation site

Education requirements

Minimum of bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance Professional Qualifications such as ACCA CIA CISA or equivalent are an added advantage

Language requirements

Excellent knowledge of written read and spoken English (required) Arabic - Native (desirable)

Background and experience

6 years progressive experience Experience of working with Audit Firms or in auditing will be an added advantage Sound understanding and experience in audit principles and best practices

Competencies and skills

Working knowledge of internal audit standards and auditing techniques practices in the Oil & Gas Industry preferred Basic Industry knowledge including relevant laws and rules and risks Strong analytical and problem-solving capability includes identifying the root cause and risks and providing S-M-A-R-T recommendations A basic knowledge of the various IT systems and applications ability to carry out audits using Data Analytic Tools and proficiency in MS office Strong commitment to Ethical principles and values Fluency in English and ability to write concise and comprehensive reports Knowledge of the local language is a plus Ability to communicate and convey the audit findings and recommendations clearly and convincingly in the close out meetings with the auditee Excellent interpersonal skills

Education requirements Minimum of bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance Professional Qualifications such as ACCA, CIA, CISA, or equivalent are an added advantage. Language requirements: Excellent knowledge of written, read, and spoken English (required) Arabic - Native (desirable) Background and experience 6+ years progressive experience. Experience of working with Audit Firms or in auditing will be an added advantage. Sound understanding and experience in audit principles and best practices. Competencies and skills Working knowledge of internal audit standards, and auditing techniques/practices in the Oil & Gas Industry preferred, Basic Industry knowledge including relevant laws and rules and risks, Strong analytical and problem-solving capability includes identifying the root cause and risks and providing S-M-A-R-T recommendations. A basic knowledge of the various IT systems and applications, ability to carry out audits using Data Analytic Tools and proficiency in MS office. Strong commitment to Ethical principles and values Fluency in English and ability to write concise and comprehensive reports. Knowledge of the local language is a plus. Ability to communicate and convey the audit findings and recommendations clearly and convincingly in the close out meetings with the auditee. Excellent interpersonal skills.