Senior Auditor Technical

PPL Dynamics; Qatar; On-site; QAR 218,000 - 292,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading steel manufacturer in Qatar is seeking a Senior Auditor to conduct internal audits and ensure compliance with audit standards. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and at least 8 years of audit experience, including a senior position. Strong analytical skills and knowledge of the steel industry are essential. Knowledge of Arabic is preferred. This role offers competitive compensation and a full-time employment structure.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years audit experience with at least 4 years in a senior position.
• Experience in technical internal audit within a steel/manufacturing industry.
• Proficiency in Arabic language preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform internal audits and provide assurance on operations.
• Conduct annual risk assessments to develop audit plans.
• Support in preparation and timely submission of reports to management.

Skills

Auditing

Data Analytics

Accounting Software

Financial Analysis

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)

Cybersecurity certifications

Job description

1. JOB DETAILS :

Position Title : Senior Auditor - Technical

Position Code :

Reports to : Manager Internal Audit

Business Function :

Department : Internal Audit

Prepared / Revised on :

2. JOB PURPOSE :

Perform internal audits on the Companys operations including manufacturing Technical
Engineering etc. and engineering systems to provide reasonable assurance to Management
Board of Directors and other stakeholders that the clients control framework in place is
satisfactory and being followed to achieve the Companys objectives.

3. JOB DIMENSIONS :

Number of Staff Supervised

Direct Reports : -

Total Reports : -

4. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES :

Internal Audit Strategic Planning

Conduct an annual risk assessment to develop a Risk Based Audit Plan.

Prepare the Internal Audit plan and provide input to support clients overall and IA
strategic plan and KPIs.

Finalize the Risk-based internal audit plan (at least annually) with the IA Manager for
review and approval of the Board Audit Committee; review and suggest adjustments in
the internal audit plan as necessary in response to changes in clients business risks
operations programs systems and controls; support in communicating to the BAC any
significant interim changes to the internal audit plan.

Internal Audit Operations

Perform the assigned duties with honesty diligence and responsibility in line with the
IIA Code of Ethics and Standards.

Support the IA Manager to ensure organizational independence annually and consult with
the IA Manager to take necessary actions or safeguard measures if the independence is
impaired.

Execute audits as per the Annual Audit Plan and submit timely and accurate reports to
different stakeholders.

Participate in the kick-off meetings for Internal Audit with relevant internal stakeholders
ensuring introduction of the internal audit scope objectives and identification of required
information and documents.

Ensure applicable engagements (assurance and advisory) of the internal audit plan are
executed including establishment of objectives and scope documentation of work
programs and testing results and communication of engagement results with applicable
conclusions and recommendations to appropriate parties.

Present preliminary findings to relevant internal stakeholders to obtain clarifications
review justifications supporting material and agree on corrective actions.

Review and validate identified repeated irregularities collaborate with relevant internal
stakeholders to identify and resolve root causes and elevate unresolved and / or critical
cases to the Internal Audit Manager for decision-making.

Conduct special assignments including audits investigations and other services as
directed related to breaches of the code of ethics corruption and fraud by employees or
contractors.

Support the Internal Audit Manager in coordinating with external stakeholders (e.g. State
Audit Bureau External Auditors etc.).

Ensure emerging trends and successful practices in internal auditing are being considered.

Ensure trends and emerging issues that could impact the client are communicated to the
Internal Audit Manager as appropriate.

Engage the auditee through open communication to ensure comprehension of audit scope
purpose and approach.

Engage with the Internal Audit Manager to obtain guidance as required for successful completion of assignments including supervisory review for ongoing projects.

Ensure quality review and archival of audit documentation.

Develop and apply foundational IT knowledge to assess technology-related risks and
controls during audits. Evaluate IT general controls (ITGCs) application controls
cybersecurity measures (inhouse / in consultation with External Consultant and IT team).

Ensure necessary IT competencies and awareness of emerging technologies (e.g. AI
Cybersecurity etc.) exist and integrate IT risks into the audit plan. Collaborate with IT leadership to understand critical systems and data flows to evaluate IT controls data
integrity and system security effectively.

Technical Internal Audit Operations

Perform operational and engineering audits related to production processes maintenance systems and plant operations to ensure compliance with clients standards procedures
and policies.

Evaluate automation and control systems across production plants and machinery to ensure reliability safety and compliance with operational standards.

Inspect maintenance records and asset lifecycle data for critical equipment and infrastructure to verify adherence to preventive maintenance schedules and ensure
reliability.

Analyse energy consumption and utility systems within plant operations to identify
inefficiencies and recommend cost-saving measures.

Review engineering change management processes affecting product design and process
modifications to ensure proper documentation approval and risk mitigation.

Review compliance with safety environmental and quality standards (e.g. ISO 9001
ISO 14001 OHSAS 18001).

Assess cybersecurity protocols and access controls within operational technology and industrial networks to safeguard against unauthorized access.

Validate calibration and testing procedures for quality control instruments and lab equipment to maintain product quality and meet industry specifications.

Audit and analyse production data and system logs across manufacturing and IT platforms to detect potential fraud errors or process deviations.

Collaborate with engineering IT and HSE teams during audit planning and execution to align audit scope with technical risk assessment and operational priorities.

Report audit findings and technical risks with actionable recommendations to leadership and relevant departments to drive corrective actions and continuous improvement.

Follow-up

Coordinate with the Auditee to review progress / evidence of agreed open / overdue actions.

Prepare periodic Follow-up reports to monitor timely completion of open / overdue corrective actions from previous audits.

Reporting

Support the Internal Audit Manager in preparation and timely submission of reports to Management and Board Audit Committee.

Support the Internal Audit Manager in achieving Departmental Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and preparation of KPI reports.

Compliance of Policies and Procedures IIA Standards & Code of Ethics

Assist in the development and implementation of departmental policies systems processes procedures and controls ensuring compliance with relevant requirements.

Periodically help the Internal Audit Manager assess the purpose authority and responsibility of internal audit and recommend adjustments as required.

Adhere to IA Policies and Procedures and support the Internal Audit Manager in their periodic review and updating.

Ensure compliance with relevant State Laws of Qatar circulars and directives of the clients subsidiaries IQ Board of Directors and MD&CEO in conformance with IIA Standards and Code of Ethics.

Adhere to clients relevant policies and procedures unless they conflict with the Internal Audit Charter & Process. Any such conflicts will be reported to the Internal Audit Manager for communication to the BAC.

IIA Internal Auditing Competency Framework

Internal Auditing Competencies

International Professional Practices Framework : Develop engagement work programs incorporating applicable Standards Topical Requirements and Global Guidance.

Ethics and Professionalism : Apply ethical principles ensuring impartiality and adherence to professional responsibilities.

Quality Assurance and Improvement Program : Support QAIP by adhering to professional standards and participating in assessments; drive continuous improvement in audit quality and performance.

Audit Methodologies : Support in developing engagement work programs that include
analytical procedures and sample-based testing to assess control effectiveness.

Integrated and Coordinated Assurance : Support internal audit engagements by gathering information on risk assessments performed by other assurance providers.

Reporting Results : Prepare concise audit reports communicating findings root causes
and recommendations validated with stakeholders.

Professional Competencies

Leadership : Administer audit engagements facilitating discussions with management on risk mitigation and process improvement.

Professional Communications : Communicate audit objectives and scope clearly adapting content for various audiences.

Negotiation and Conflict Management : Resolve disagreements on audit conclusions through collaboration and evidence-based reasoning.

Data Analysis : Perform data analysis using IT tools (e.g. TeamMate Analytics MS Excel) to identify potential indicators and findings.

Project Management : Manage audit engagements from planning to reporting coordinating teams resources and timelines.

Governance and Risk Management Competencies

Governance : Manage audit engagements assessing governance maturity and recommend enhancements.

Strategy : Support audits evaluating strategy-setting processes and risk mitigation.

Enterprise Risk Management : Manage audits of risk management frameworks reporting mechanisms and response strategies.

Compliance : Evaluate compliance program effectiveness and recommend control improvements.

Fraud : Lead fraud risk assessments and procedures evaluating prevention and detection controls.

Organizational Resilience : Assess disaster recovery simulations and implementation of resulting action plans.

Sustainability : Assess how social and environmental objectives are embedded in governance and risk management and evaluate related control processes.

Operational Area Competencies

Demonstrate working knowledge of key operational areas including Iron Making Steel Making Rolling Mill Maintenance Quality & Sustainability Engineering & Central Workshops and Utilities to effectively assess risks controls and processes.

Others

Conduct what-if scenario analysis and modelling to establish effectiveness of practices.

Emphasize decisions by consensus ensuring cost and control effectiveness.

Assist in preparation and consolidation of Internal Audit departments budget and monitor performance.

Assume responsibilities for Quality and HSE management system aspects under control.

Protect company assets from fraud irregularities or errors.

Study and ensure emerging trends and successful practices in internal auditing are considered.

Uphold principles of integrity objectivity confidentiality and competency.

Attend required trainings and upgrade skills as needed.

Carry out any other management-requested assignments as directed.

5. COMMUNICATIONS & WORKING RELATIONSHIPS :

Internal : All departments within client (based on assignment)

External : -

6. CONTEXT WORK ENVIRONMENT & DECISION-MAKING AUTHORITY :

Key practices having significant impact on the working of the Internal Audit department are referred to the Manager Internal Audit for approval before implementation.

7. QUALIFICATIONS EXPERIENCE & SKILLS :

Minimum Qualifications :

Bachelors degree in Engineering (Mechanical Electrical Industrial or Metallurgy) or a related technical field.

Certifications (Recommended) :

Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)

Audit certifications / licence

Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)

Certified Automation Professional (CAP)

Cybersecurity certifications (e.g. CompTIA Security CISSP)

Minimum Experience :

8 years minimum audit experience with at least 4 years in a senior position including at least 3 years in technical internal audit within a steel / manufacturing industry.

Job-Specific Skills (Generic / Technical) :

Experience in conducting detailed manufacturing audits and benchmarking of consumption of raw materials energy and other resources.

Plant performance evaluation (capacity production energy efficiency equipment efficiency etc.).

Optimization of cost control measures in production maintenance and operations (including planned shutdowns).

Techno-commercial ability to understand the business from a shareholders perspective.

Excellent knowledge of policies and procedures with strong auditing experience.

Advanced customer service orientation.

Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Strong conflict management and resolution skills.

Excellent relationship-building skills and ability to work in a multicultural environment.

Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.

Excellent decision-making and problem-solving skills.

Good understanding of Qatar and GCC culture and work environment.

Proficiency in Arabic language preferred.

8. CORE COMPETENCIES :

Creativity and Innovation : Generating viable new approaches and solutions.

Work Ethics and Values : Demonstrating and supporting the organizations ethics and values.

Teamwork : Working collaboratively with others to achieve organizational goals.

Concern for Safety : Identifying potentially hazardous situations and taking appropriate action.

9. JOB FAMILY COMPETENCIES :

Auditing : Understanding and applying auditing concepts and methodologies for internal and external audits.

Improving Business Processes : Continually seeking new ways to enhance performance improve results and / or transform the business.

Organizational Savvy : Understanding the organizations structure culture and power distribution to solve problems and achieve desired outcomes.

Key Skills

Auditing,Accounting Software,Data Analytics,GAAP,Accounting,Analysis Skills,SOX,Financial Analysis,Financial Report Interpretation,Internal Audits,Mentoring,GAAS

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1