Internal Auditor

Job Description

About the Role

We are looking for an Internal Auditor to join our Internal Audit team. The role will support the delivery of independent, risk-based audit engagements, helping to assess the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and business processes.

The successful candidate will work closely with senior audit team members and business stakeholders, contributing to audit planning, fieldwork, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the planning and execution of internal audit engagements, including understanding audit objectives, scope, key risks, and control environments.
• Conduct process walkthroughs and gain an understanding of business operations and workflows.
• Perform detailed testing of internal controls, financial transactions, operational processes, and system-generated data.
• Review documentation, validate transactions, observe processes, and test automated controls.
• Apply analytical techniques to identify control gaps, irregularities, risks, and process inefficiencies.
• Prepare clear and well-supported audit working papers, including testing procedures, evidence, findings, and conclusions.
• Draft audit observations and support the preparation of audit reports, including root-cause analysis and recommendations.
• Engage with process owners and stakeholders to gather information, clarify findings, and discuss preliminary audit results.
• Maintain accurate and organized audit documentation in line with internal audit quality standards.
• Support the use of data analytics, audit software, and digital audit techniques.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the Internal Audit function by sharing insights and lessons learned.
• Continue developing knowledge of business processes, internal controls, risk management, and professional audit standards.
• Work towards completing the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) qualification.

What We’re Looking For

• 4–6 years of professional experience in internal audit, preferably within the steel or cement industry, or with a consulting firm.
• Big Four experience is preferred.
• Strong understanding of internal audit methodologies, internal controls, and risk management.
• Experience in audit fieldwork, control testing, documentation, and report preparation.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with senior team members and business stakeholders.
• Professional proficiency in English and Arabic is preferred.
• Chartered Accountant (CA), CIA, or ACA qualification preferred.
• A relevant Bachelor’s degree is required.