Senior Internal Audit Manager - Risk & Controls

Confidential Careers; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 260,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Careers in Saudi Arabia seeks a Lead Internal Auditor to oversee governance, risk management, internal controls, and compliance. The role develops risk-based audit plans, leads assignments, and presents findings to senior management, coordinating with external auditors as needed.

The successful candidate will have 7+ years of internal audit experience (including managerial), a degree in a related field, and professional certifications (preferred: CIA, CPA, ACCA, or CISA).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.
• 7+ years of internal audit experience including managerial experience.
• CIA, CPA, ACCA, or CISA certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute risk-based internal audit plans.
• Lead audit assignments from planning through reporting and follow-up.
• Evaluate internal controls, governance, and risk management processes.
• Identify risks, control gaps, and improvement opportunities.
• Prepare audit reports and present findings to senior management.
• Follow up on corrective actions and ensure timely closure.
• Lead and develop the internal audit team.
• Coordinate with external auditors and support special audits when required.

Skills

Internal audit leadership

Risk-based audit planning

Governance & risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field

CIA, CPA, ACCA, or CISA certification (preferred)

Job description

Confidential Careers in Saudi Arabia seeks a Lead Internal Auditor to oversee governance, risk management, internal controls, and compliance. The role develops risk-based audit plans, leads assignments, and presents findings to senior management, coordinating with external auditors as needed.

The successful candidate will have 7+ years of internal audit experience (including managerial), a degree in a related field, and professional certifications (preferred: CIA, CPA, ACCA, or CISA).