Treasury Internal Audit Lead - Risk & Controls

Riyad Bank; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 250,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Riyad Bank in Riyadh seeks an experienced Head of Internal Audit to lead day-to-day operations, align audit plans with the bank's annual plan, and strengthen internal controls. The role reports to the Chief Audit Executive and drives timely, accurate reporting and issue resolution.

You will oversee audit teams, review findings, and coordinate with Risk, Legal and Compliance to ensure robust governance and fraud prevention across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, business or equivalent.
• MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification preferred.
• Professional audit certificates such as CIA and CSAA are preferable.
• CPA or equivalent qualification preferred.
• 7 years of banking audit experience, including 4 years in managerial roles within Audit.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise Internal Audit unit day-to-day operations to ensure processes comply with policies.
• Formulate Audit plan inputs and integrate with the bank's annual audit plan.
• Monitor Audit programs and support the Audit team to detect and investigate fraudulent activities.
• Review audit reports for completeness, accuracy and value-added recommendations.
• Coordinate with Risk, Legal and Compliance to plan observations and actions.
• Provide independent opinions on compliance with internal policies.

Skills

Leadership

Auditing

Internal Controls

Risk Management

Stakeholder Communication

Education

Bachelors degree in accounting, business or equivalent

MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification

CIA/CSAA preferable

CPA or equivalent preferred

7 years banking audit experience with 4 years managerial

Job description

Riyad Bank in Riyadh seeks an experienced Head of Internal Audit to lead day-to-day operations, align audit plans with the bank's annual plan, and strengthen internal controls. The role reports to the Chief Audit Executive and drives timely, accurate reporting and issue resolution.

You will oversee audit teams, review findings, and coordinate with Risk, Legal and Compliance to ensure robust governance and fraud prevention across the organization.