Senior Internal Auditor - Operations

Job Overview

The role entails executing thorough audits and evaluations of management controls over financial, administrative, and operational activities. The objective is to verify that internal control systems uphold the integrity and reliability of financial processes effectively, ensuring audit programs progress smoothly and timely in alignment with corporate strategies, policies, and guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct quarterly and annual risk assessments for assigned units within the organization.
• Formulate the annual Risk-Based Internal Audit Plan grounded on risk assessment findings.
• Engage with the department manager to align on audit objectives and methodologies.
• Plan and prepare audit programs including identification of risks, controls, and testing methods.
• Lead comprehensive audits evaluating financial and operational controls, policies, and procedures across business areas.
• Oversee scheduling and progress monitoring of audit assignments and supervise auditors to guarantee quality and deadlines are met.
• Review and appraise internal control systems by collecting, analyzing evidence, and performing audit tests, applying IT audit and sampling techniques as necessary.
• Maintain audit documentation and working papers within the Audit Management System (AMS).
• Prepare and update risk registers and risk assessment processes for auditable entities.
• Provide detailed audit reports highlighting findings and recommendations for corrective actions.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Commerce or Accounting.
• Minimum of 8 years professional audit experience, preferably within oil and gas or international audit firms.
• Proficient with audit management systems and ERP environments, SAP experience preferred.
• Comprehensive knowledge of IFRS standards, budgeting, and management accounting principles.
• Strong command of English (verbal and written); Arabic language skills are an advantage.

Skills and Competencies

• Excellent written communication skills, capable of articulating complex issues clearly.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within teams.
• Well-developed critical thinking and analytical capabilities.
• Solid understanding of internal audit functions, corporate governance, and risk management frameworks.