Senior Internal Auditor📣 إعلان

About the Senior Internal Auditor Role

FNRCO is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to join our team in Makkah, with opportunities in Jeddah and Makkah. This full-time position requires a motivated professional to deliver objective and value-added internal audit services across various business functions.

Core Responsibilities

The Senior Internal Auditor will be responsible for conducting comprehensive risk-based internal audits. This includes performing audit fieldwork, such as walkthroughs, control testing, and data analysis. The role involves evaluating the effectiveness of internal controls, identifying areas for process improvement, and ensuring compliance with audit methodologies and regulatory requirements.

• Conduct risk-based internal audits across financial, operational, compliance, and governance functions.
• Participate in annual risk assessments and audit planning.
• Perform audit fieldwork, including walkthroughs, control testing, substantive testing, analytical procedures, and data analysis.
• Review financial reporting processes, accounting records, reconciliations, journal entries, and internal financial controls.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and identify process improvement opportunities.
• Prepare clear, accurate, and well-documented audit working papers and reports.
• Present audit findings and practical recommendations to management and stakeholders.
• Monitor the implementation of agreed corrective actions.
• Ensure audit engagements comply with Internal Audit methodologies, policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain knowledge of accounting standards, financial control frameworks, and applicable regulations.
• Build strong relationships with Finance and other business functions to understand key risks and business processes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the Internal Audit function.

Qualifications and Experience

Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. A mandatory CPA, ACCA, or IFRS certification is required. The role requires 5-10 years of experience, with a preference for experience in Internal Audit, External Audit, or Financial Controls.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting (preferred), Finance, or a related discipline.
• CPA, ACCA, or IFRS certification is mandatory.
• 5–10 years of experience in Internal Audit, External Audit, or Financial Controls.
• Experience in auditing financial processes, procurement, treasury, and operational controls is an advantage.

Technical and Soft Skills

A strong understanding of internal audit methodologies, financial reporting, internal financial controls, risk management, governance, and regulatory requirements is essential. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, SAP, and data analytics tools is expected. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills are crucial for success in this role.

• Strong knowledge of internal audit methodologies.
• In-depth understanding of financial reporting and accounting processes.
• Expertise in internal financial controls and risk management.
• Familiarity with governance and compliance frameworks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, SAP, and data analytics tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent report-writing skills.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.

Work Environment and Collaboration

This role is based in Makkah, with opportunities in Jeddah and Makkah, and operates on a full-time basis. The Senior Internal Auditor will work independently and collaboratively within a team environment, managing multiple audit assignments effectively. Building strong working relationships with various business functions is key to understanding risks and processes.

Professional Development

The position offers the opportunity to contribute to the continuous improvement of the Internal Audit function. Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of accounting standards and financial control frameworks is integral to the role's success and professional growth.