Group Internal Auditor

Job Description

Company Overview

JUST Group is a diversified well established of 15+ years of experience in business operating across three dynamic sectors: Food & Beverage (F&B), Real Estate and Marketplace Website platform. As a growth-driven and innovation-led organization, we are committed to operational excellence, financial integrity, and sustainable performance across all business verticals.

Scope of Work

To lead and manage the internal audit function across JUST Group, ensuring the integrity of financial operations, regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, and process optimization. The Internal Audit Manager will report directly to CEO and play a strategic role in enhancing governance, strengthening internal controls, and driving business improvement initiatives in line with the Group’s growth and objectives.

Job Responsibilities

1.     Develop and implement risk-based annual and short-term internal audit plans aligned with the Group’s strategic objectives.

2.     Establish and maintain the Internal Audit Charter, policies, frameworks, and procedures, ensuring independence and adherence to IIAS, IFRS, FTA, VAT, and corporate tax standards.

3.     Continuously update the internal audit manual, policies, and practices to reflect regulatory and business changes.

4.     Conduct audits across all functions including Finance, Operations, HR, Marketing, Procurement, Warehouse, IT, Call Center, and F&B outlet-level operations.

5.     Perform financial, operational, compliance, and technical audits to assess efficiency, accuracy, and adherence to policies and laws.

6.     Carry out surprise, special, and fraud-related audits to detect irregularities, misconduct, or manipulation.

7.     Audit procurement, inventory, promotions, POS systems, central kitchen operations, delivery aggregators, COGS, wastage, and marketing campaign ROI.

8.     Identify, evaluate, and monitor risks across the Group, recommending effective mitigation strategies.

9.     Assess and strengthen internal controls, governance frameworks, and resource utilization.

10.  Ensure corrective and preventive actions are implemented to address non-conformities and audit findings.

11.  Promote fraud awareness, whistleblower protocols, and ethical conduct across the Group.

12.  Prepare clear, accurate, and insightful audit reports with practical recommendations for management and the Audit Committee.

13.  Track implementation of audit recommendations and ensure timely corrective actions by departments.

14.  Provide advisory support on cost efficiency, ERP implementation, process improvements, and strategic decision-making.

15.  Present regular reports on compliance, risks, and audit progress to management.

16.  Monitor changes in statutory laws, regulations, and tax requirements, ensuring Group-wide compliance.

17.  Coordinate with external auditors, tax consultants, and regulatory bodies, facilitating smooth audits and timely resolution of findings.

18.  Ensure alignment with corporate governance standards and best practices.

19.  Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing internal audit team. Identify training needs, approve vacation plans, and evaluate team performance. Foster team spirit, and accountability in the department.

20.  Leverage ERP, POS, and data analytics tools to monitor transactions, detect issues, and enhance audit automation.

21.  Support the Group’s digital transformation initiatives by integrating audit processes with ERP and other business systems.

22.  Maintain strict confidentiality, protect valuable data and information’s and uphold the highest standards of professional conduct.

23.  Conduct due diligence, feasibility reviews, and special assignments for new projects or business ventures.

24.  Undertake any additional tasks assigned by senior management related to the scope of work.

Professional Profile and Qualification:

·     Master’s degree in Accounting/Finance (CMA, CFA, ACCA, CIA, CPA, or similar qualification is a plus)

·     Must be Arabic speaker.

·     5+ years of audit experience in big 5 audit firms.

·     Food and Beverage, Hospitality or FMCG industry experience will be added advantage.

·     Strong knowledge of IFRS, FTA, internal controls, and risk assessment.

·     Excellent analytical, reporting, and leadership skills. 

• Salary : Best In The Industry
• Location : Al Ain
• Preference will be given for immediate joiners.