Internal Audit Manager - Hospitality & Hotels | Saudi Arabia

Rawaj-HCM; Makkah Region; On-site; SAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Rawaj HCM Jobs is seeking an Internal Audit Manager in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. The role develops audit objectives, prepares plans, and verifies the efficiency of financial procedures and compliance with laws and internal policies.

You will lead the internal audit team, set objectives, and review operations, contracts, and financial documentation to ensure accuracy and governance. A strong IFRS knowledge base is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Audit, or related field.
• Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Risk Management preferred.
• Professional certification such as CIA, CPA, CMA, ACCA, CISA, or SOCPA is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive internal/audit experience.
• 3–5 years in a managerial or audit leadership role.
• Proven ability to develop and execute risk-based audit plans.
• Strong knowledge of internal controls and governance.

Responsibilities

• Develop annual and periodic internal audit plans aligned with strategic objectives.
• Set performance objectives for the internal audit team and monitor progress.
• Evaluate team performance and provide coaching and support.
• Conduct audits to assess compliance with laws, regulations and internal policies.
• Review financial reports and accounting records for accuracy and integrity.
• Identify control weaknesses and recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare internal audit reports and present findings to senior management.
• Maintain audit records and coordinate with external auditors.
• Follow up on implementation of audit recommendations.

Skills

Internal audit

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

IFRS knowledge

Risk management

Audit planning

Governance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Leverage your abilities and join the dynamic team of a leading company specializing in Hospitality and Hotel Management located in Makkah.
The Internal Audit Manager will Participate in developing the organization's key internal audit objectives and prepare audit plans aimed at verifying the efficiency and appropriateness of financial procedures, as well as employees' compliance with applicable laws, regulations, instructions, and internal policies.
Location: Makkah, Saudi Arabia

Key Accountabilities

• Develop annual and periodic internal audit plans aligned with the organization's strategic objectives.
• Set performance objectives for the internal audit team and monitor their progress.
• Evaluate team performance and provide coaching, feedback, and support.
• Conduct periodic audits to assess compliance with laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Review operational and financial activities to verify their accuracy, integrity, and effectiveness.
• Identify control weaknesses, operational gaps, and areas of non-compliance.
• Recommend corrective actions and practical solutions to address audit findings.
• Review financial reports, supporting documents, accounting records, final accounts, contracts, and agreements.
• Verify the accuracy, validity, and regulatory compliance of financial transactions and documentation.
• Assess the effectiveness of internal controls and risk-management practices.
• Develop audit frameworks, methodologies, performance indicators, and measurement tools.
• Prepare internal audit reports and present key findings and recommendations to senior management.
• Maintain accurate and organized audit records, reports, and supporting documentation.
• Build effective relationships with external auditors.
• Provide external auditors with the required information, reports, and documentation.
• Review external audit findings and present them to senior management.
• Follow up on the implementation of agreed corrective actions and audit recommendations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

We Are Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Financial Management, Auditing, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• A master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Risk Management, or a related field is preferred.
• Professional certification such as CIA, CPA, CMA, ACCA, CISA, or SOCPA is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in internal audit, financial audit, risk management, compliance, or internal controls.
• At least 3-5 years of experience in a managerial or audit leadership position.
• Proven experience in developing and executing annual risk-based internal audit plans.
• Strong experience in reviewing financial statements, accounting records, contracts, operational processes, and regulatory compliance.
• Demonstrated knowledge of internal controls, enterprise risk management, fraud prevention, and corporate governance.
• Solid understanding of IFRS, auditing standards, and applicable financial regulations.