IT Audit - Supervisor

KPMG Middle East Careers; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunities

Professional development

Work-life balance

Job summary

KPMG Middle East Careers seeks an IT Audit professional focused on financial services. You will lead audit engagements delivering preparation, delivery, reporting and evaluation of results to stakeholders and regulators.

Responsibilities include IT risk assessment, testing application and general IT controls, and communicating findings. The role requires ERP knowledge (SAP/Oracle), IFRS familiarity, and professional certifications such as CISA/CIA/CPA are a plus.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of IT auditing experience, preferably with a Big 4 firm.
• Post graduate degree in Accounting, Finance, MIS, or related fields.
• Knowledge of ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) and databases.
• IFRS knowledge and international professional qualifications (CISA/CIA/CPA) are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct IT risk assessments as part of external audit.
• Document and test application controls and general IT controls.
• Evaluate design and operating effectiveness of IT controls.
• Identify key risks and assess impact and likelihood.
• Schedule and perform audit tests and interact with auditees.
• Prepare and present findings to stakeholders.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Deadline driven

Attention to detail

Education

Postgraduate degree in Accounting/Finance/MIS/Engineering

Tools

SAP

Oracle

MySQL

Job description

Overview

KPMG has grown to become one of the largest professional service providers in the Middle East having three lines of services: audit, tax, and advisory. Currently, KPMG’s Middle East workforce is over 5,000. With ambitious growth objectives, we are continuously looking for talent across various functions and levels.

KPMG operates through an experienced leadership with dedicated regional teams, which enables our network of professional talent, our technologies and our products and solutions to quickly come together to meet clients’ needs. Our company’s vision is to be recognized as a truly transformed firm, trusted by our people, our clients, and our society.

We value the fresh perspective that experienced professionals can bring. Whether you are currently working in industry, the public sector, a smaller firm, or another 'Big Four' organization, you can expect to make a difference from day one.

Job Summary

Provide audit engagement team services in the field of financial services with the focus on the preparation, delivery, reporting and evaluation of the results of the audit engagement in response to the needs of stakeholders and external regulators.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Conduct IT risk assessment as part of external audit by understanding business objectives, internal controls, enabling technology, and IT infrastructure.


• Document and test application automated controls and General IT Controls on a wide range of software application packages.


• Perform audit work over various technologies utilized by the company and various IT functions. Assess both the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls.


• Identify key risks and assess their impact and likelihood of occurrence.


• Prioritize and assist in scheduling audit tests to be performed and interact with auditees to obtain the necessary information.


• Evaluate controls designed to prevent or detect fraud, including management override of controls.


• Prepare and present findings as needed.


• Acquire additional knowledge of regulations and emerging technologies.

Qualifications & Experience

• 4 to 6 years of experience in IT auditing, preferably with a Big 4 Audit firm in any of the following areas: internal or external IT audit, risk assessment, business process reengineering, Enterprise Resource Planning packages (SAP or Oracle).


• Post Graduate degree in any of the fields of Accounting, Finance, Management Information Systems, Management Information Systems & Accounting, Computer and Information Science, Computer and Information Science & Accounting, Economics and Finance, Economics and Finance, Finance & Technology, Business Administration/Management, Engineering, Accounting & Technology.


• Knowledge in ERP systems (i.e. SAP), databases (i.e. MYSQL, Oracle), operating systems would be an added advantage.


• Knowledge of best practice reporting and International Financial Reporting Standards.


• Qualified in any of the following international professional qualifications – CISA or CIA, CPA (preferable).


• Demonstrates basic knowledge of providing services related to controls around financial reporting, compliance and operational processes, including business process and IT management controls.

Required Skills

• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.


• Proficient in finding creative solutions to complex problems.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously.


• Detail-oriented and analytical thinker.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other applications.


• Ability to identify, assess and advise on risks for technology projects.

What We Offer

KPMG supports equal opportunities for all prospected candidates. We commit to provide personal and professional development for all our employees. We operate in a friendly supportive environment. We respect each other and draw strength from our differences. We prioritize the employee well‑being by adapting Pioneer ways for work live balance.