Senior Internal Audit Lead – Risk, Controls & Analytics

Client of JOH Partners; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Client of JOH Partners in Saudi Arabia seeks an experienced Internal Audit professional to plan and execute risk-based audits across the portfolio. You will assess internal controls and report findings to strengthen governance and compliance, coordinating with teams on multiple portfolio companies.

The role requires strong analytical skills, independent engagement management, and the ability to leverage data analytics to improve audit effectiveness. Saudi regulatory knowledge is important.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a related discipline.
• 3-5 years of relevant risk-based internal audit experience.
• Strong understanding of internal controls, governance, risk management and compliance.
• Ability to independently manage audit engagements.
• Strong report writing and stakeholder communication skills.
• Knowledge of relevant Saudi Arabian regulations and business environment.
• CIA, CPA, CMA or CISA highly preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute end-to-end risk-based internal audits
• Perform operational financial and compliance audits
• Support the IT audit process executed by an external partner
• Assess internal controls processes and key business risks
• Identify control gaps and recommend corrective actions
• Prepare detailed audit reports and present findings
• Monitor implementation of audit recommendations
• Support development of annual risk-based audit plans
• Coordinate with Internal Audit teams across portfolio companies
• Use data analytics and technology where appropriate to improve audit effectiveness

Skills

Report writing

Stakeholder communication

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Independent audit engagement

Understanding of internal controls

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Business Administration

Job description

Client of JOH Partners in Saudi Arabia seeks an experienced Internal Audit professional to plan and execute risk-based audits across the portfolio. You will assess internal controls and report findings to strengthen governance and compliance, coordinating with teams on multiple portfolio companies.

The role requires strong analytical skills, independent engagement management, and the ability to leverage data analytics to improve audit effectiveness. Saudi regulatory knowledge is important.