Internal Audit Manager at Al Khalaf Group

Al Khalaf Group; Doha; On-site; QAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Al Khalaf Group in Doha, Qatar, seeks an Internal Audit Manager to lead risk-based audits across FMCG and distribution operations on site. You will design and execute the annual audit plan, supervise the audit team, and report results to senior leadership and the Audit Committee.

The role emphasizes compliance with IIA standards, data analytics, and robust governance improvements, with opportunities for strategic impact and career growth within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• CIA certification is required; CPA/CFE/CISA desirable.
• 8–10 years of auditing experience; Big 4 background preferred.
• 3–5 years in supervisory roles; FMCG/ manufacturing/ distribution exposure.
• Strong ERP and data analytics proficiency (TeamMate, SAP, IDEA/ACL).

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage risk-based annual internal audit plan.
• Lead audit team and supervise engagements.
• Draft executive summaries and report to Audit Committee.
• Oversee forensic investigations and stock-take audits.
• Ensure compliance with IIA standards and regulatory requirements.
• Leverage CAATs and data analytics.

Skills

Team leadership

Audit experience

Data analytics

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration

MBA/MSc preferred

CIA certification is required

CPA/CFE/CISA desirable

Tools

TeamMate

SAP ERP

IDEA

ACL

Job description

Apply for Internal Audit Manager at Al Khalaf Group in Doha, DAW, QA. This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth.

Job Purpose: The Internal Audit Manager is responsible for developing, managing, and executing the risk-based annual internal audit plan across all business entities and operational processes, with a strong focus on the FMCG and distribution footprint. This role provides independent, objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value and improve operational efficiency, internal controls, risk management, and governance practices.

The Internal Audit Manager oversees the audit team, manages complex forensic investigations and stock-take audits, ensures compliance with IIA standards and regulatory requirements, and delivers high-impact executive reporting and strategic recommendations to senior leadership and the Audit Committee.

Key Responsibilities & Duties:

• 1. Strategic Audit Planning & Risk Management: Lead the annual enterprise risk assessment to design, update, and execute a comprehensive, risk-based Annual Audit Plan for FMCG operations, production, supply chain, and corporate functions. Define audit scope, objectives, resource allocation, and project timelines across all assigned business units. Continuously evaluate emerging operational, financial, and strategic risks in the FMCG sector and adjust audit coverage accordingly.
• 2. Audit Execution & Team Supervision: Supervise and drive the end-to-end execution of financial, operational, compliance, stock-take, and IT audit engagements. Review all detailed working papers, test procedures, and risk findings prepared by Senior and Staff Auditors to ensure high factual accuracy, objective evidence, and alignment with auditing standards. Oversee audit project management via TeamMate, ensuring full integrity of data, evidence filing, and procedure completion. Set team productivity metrics, monitor project budgets/deadlines, and ensure audit engagements are completed efficiently.
• 3. Reporting & Executive Stakeholder Management: Draft, review, and finalize high-quality audit reports, including Executive Summaries, root-cause analyses, and actionable recommendations. Present final audit results and strategic insights to departmental heads, senior executive management, and branch/plant managers during formal close-out meetings. Facilitate the ongoing tracking and verification of audit recommendation implementation, issuing periodic status reports to executive leadership.
• 4. Forensic Investigations & Special Management Requests: Lead preliminary and complex forensic investigations into suspected fraud, financial irregularities, or operational breaches. Execute high-priority, ad-hoc management reviews and stock-take audit oversight, delivering comprehensive investigation reports under tight deadlines.
• 5. Governance, Methodology & Data Analytics: Ensure strict adherence of all audit operations to the IIA Code of Ethics and International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing. Maintain and enhance internal audit policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and control testing frameworks. Expand the deployment of computer-assisted audit techniques (CAATs) using IDEA, ACL, and SAP data analytics to automate control testing and detect anomalies.
• 6. Team Leadership, Mentorship & Performance: Manage, mentor, and build technical capabilities across the audit team (Senior Auditors, Staff Auditors, and Trainees/Graduates). Conduct regular performance appraisals, provide constructive feedback, and identify ongoing professional development needs. Promote a high-performance, collaborative, and accountable working culture within the department.

Job Requirements & Qualifications:

• Education & Professional Certifications:
  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline from an accredited university.
  • Master’s degree (MBA/MSc) preferred.
  • Certifications: Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) is required. Additional certifications such as CPA, CFE, or CISA are highly desirable.
• Professional Experience:
  • Overall Experience: Minimum of 8–10 years of professional auditing experience within internal audit, risk management, or external audit (Big 4 background preferred).
  • Leadership Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years in a supervisory or managerial capacity managing audit teams and complex engagements.
  • Sector Expertise: Proven track record in an FMCG, manufacturing, distribution, or high-volume inventory environment with deep insight into inventory management, supply chain, production flow, and warehousing controls.
• Technical & Behavioral Competencies:
  • Audit Systems & ERP: Advanced proficiency in TeamMate audit management software, SAP ERP, and data analytics software (IDEA or ACL).
  • Technical Knowledge: Deep knowledge of IIA Standards, COSO Framework, IFRS, risk assessment techniques, and internal control frameworks.
  • Analytical Skills: Strong data collection, problem-solving, and critical-thinking capability with high attention to factual precision.
  • Communication & Leadership: Executive-level written and verbal communication skills in English; ability to present to C-suite executives, influence outcomes, and manage stakeholders in high-pressure environments.