Internal Auditor

Key Responsibilities:

1. Audit Execution:

• Execute internal audits of financial, operational, compliance, and IT-related areas in line with the approved audit plan under the direction of the Internal Audit Manager.
• Conduct walkthroughs, gather evidence, test internal controls, and assess processes across functional areas.
• Evaluate compliance with company policies, procedures, and relevant laws and regulations.
• Identify control gaps, inefficiencies, and opportunities for process improvements.
• Perform detailed testing of financial, operational, and IT controls.
• Document audit procedures and findings in accordance with internal standards.
• Ensure audit working papers are complete, clear, and support conclusions drawn.

2. Reporting & Communication:

• Assist in drafting audit observations, recommendations, and draft reports for review by the Internal Audit Manager.
• Deliver adequate and timely action plans and monitor progress to address and resolve deficiencies in collaboration with process owners.

3. Risk & Control Assessment:

• Support risk assessment activities by gathering and analyzing data from various departments.
• Contribute to the identification of emerging risks and suggest enhancements to control frameworks.
• Deliver adequate and timely reporting on the internal control framework and control deficiencies to ensure appropriate communication, documentation, escalation to business partners and senior leadership.

4. Stakeholder Engagement:

• Liaise with business units and control owners during audits to understand operations and gather relevant information.
• Communicate audit findings in a clear and constructive manner to drive remediation efforts.

5. Compliance & Regulatory Oversight:

• Ensure the company complies with relevant local and international regulatory frameworks, GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation), and industry-specific standards.
• Stay updated and informed on changes in the frameworks and apply these in evaluating compliance on a proactive basis.

6. Continuous Improvement:

• Identify areas for improvement in internal controls, audit processes, and risk management.
• Participate in suggesting and implementing best practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in the internal audit function.
• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging risks, and new audit methodologies relevant to the software and GCC sectors.

Qualifications

Educational qualification:

• Bachelors degree in accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• CA/CIA/CPA/ICAEW or equivalent certification is preferred.

Experience :

• 7 + years of experience in internal auditing, preferably in the software or GCC industries.
• Experience with risk-based auditing and knowledge of IT audit frameworks.

Mandatory/requires Skills :

• Familiarity with IT systems, ERP platforms, analytics and/or audit management tools is an advantage.

Preferred Skills :

• Strong understanding of internal controls frameworks and organization processes.
• Working knowledge of internal auditing standards and risk-based audit approaches.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to assess complex systems and identify control weaknesses.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with audit tools and SAP systems is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.

Additional Information

Work Environment:

The Internal Auditor should be comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and be adaptable to changing organizational priorities.