Internal Audit Manager

Albawani | البواني; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Albawani | البواني is seeking an Internal Audit Manager to lead the execution of the annual audit plan and oversee a team of auditors. The role collaborates with the Director of Internal Audit and reports to the CAE, ensuring quality assurance and timely delivery of audit work.

The role requires extensive experience in audit, strong control and risk practices, and familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP and Oracle. A certification such as CIA, CISA, or CPA is preferred.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of audit experience, preferably in construction or project-based industries.
• Strong knowledge of internal controls, risk management, and audit methodologies.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle).

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the annual internal audit plan.
• Supervise a team of internal auditors and ensure QA of audits.
• Present audit findings to the CAE and drive improvements.

Skills

Audit expertise

Risk management

Internal controls

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Albawani is one of the leading construction and contracting companies in Saudi Arabia. Established in 1991, the company has grown from a small civil works contractor into a major diversified group with operations across construction, infrastructure, engineering, water and power, and industrial services. Headquartered in Riyadh, Albawani is recognized for delivering large-scale commercial, healthcare, educational, and government projects throughout the Kingdom. Albawani is known for its strong commitment to quality, safety, and innovation, holding several international ISO certifications and a Class-1 contractor ranking in Saudi Arabia.

Job Title: Internal Audit Manager

Department: Internal Audit

Role Purpose:

The Manager, Internal Audit, plays a key role in leading and managing the execution of the annual internal audit plan. This role involves overseeing a team of internal auditors, providing strategic direction for audits, ensuring quality assurance, and contributing to the development and continuous improvement of the internal audit function. The Manager will work closely with the Director, Internal Audit, and present audit reports and findings to the CAE.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Ensure timely implementation of ARC decisions relevant to department and report monthly on decision status.
• Deliver assigned portion of annual plan on time
• Approve and review all audit programs.
• Manage audit cycle time and budget vs. actual.
• Attendance and Working Hours Compliance.
• Monitor ARC-related actions within the department and provide monthly updates on progress and completion status.
• Complete all assigned audits from the annual plan within the scheduled timeframe.
• Ensure quality and relevance of audit programs by reviewing and formally approving them before execution.
• Track audit engagements to ensure they are delivered within planned timelines and budget.
• Maintain consistent adherence to approved attendance schedules and working hours.
• Ensure supervised audits meet internal audit standards and perform regular QA reviews to confirm compliance.
• Fulfill annual professional education requirements and actively share knowledge through at least two team sessions.
• Collect stakeholder feedback on completed audits and maintain a minimum satisfaction score of 75%.
• Achieve planned CPE 40 hours and Conduct 2 training/knowledge-sharing sessions per year.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum 10 years of audit experience, preferably in construction or project-based industries.
• Strong knowledge of internal controls, risk management, and audit methodologies.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• A recognized certification such as CIA, CISA, CFE, CRMA, CPA/SOCPA, or equivalent.