SR.AUDITOR INTERNAL

About the Role

Alfanar is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to join their team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role involves leading and executing risk-based internal audits to assess and enhance the effectiveness of internal controls, identify process improvements, and ensure the timely implementation of management action plans. The Senior Internal Auditor will provide clear, actionable audit reports and monitor emerging risks within the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement risk-based internal audit plans by conducting thorough risk assessments across various functions and prioritizing areas based on risk levels.
• Lead and execute risk-based internal audit reviews to assess the effectiveness and adequacy of existing internal control measures across different processes.
• Conduct qualitative and quantitative analyses to evaluate the existence, effectiveness, and efficiency of internal control processes, using data-driven insights to identify weaknesses.
• Facilitate exit meetings with process owners to discuss audit findings, validate, and finalize internal audit reports with management, ensuring agreement on actionable responses and timelines.
• Prepare and deliver high-quality, clear, and concise internal audit reports that align with audit objectives and effectively communicate findings, recommendations, and management responses.
• Conduct follow-up audits to monitor the implementation of management's action plans, ensuring timely resolution of identified issues and effectiveness of corrective actions.
• Maintain a continuous understanding of the company’s policies, procedures, and business operations, staying informed of changes that could impact internal controls or audit activities.
• Perform ad-hoc assignments and investigations in response to emerging risks, concerns, or unexpected incidents, taking immediate action on findings indicating potential vulnerabilities.
• Leverage advanced data analytics tools and techniques to enhance the accuracy of audit testing and identify potential areas of risk, inefficiencies, or anomalies.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements by collaborating with various departments and stakeholders to implement changes that strengthen processes and enhance overall performance.

Accountabilities and Expectations

• Demonstrate proficiency in obtaining updated soft and technical skills relevant to the job.
• Perform planned activities to meet operational and development targets according to delivery schedules, utilizing resources effectively within cost and time constraints.
• Provide periodic reports detailing deviations and execution of planned tasks.
• Solve arising problems and escalate complex operational issues as needed.
• Ensure quality requirements are met to develop effective quality control and processes.
• Coordinate well-defined written systems, policies, procedures, and seek automation opportunities for business process improvements.
• Comply with related policies, procedures, and work instructions.
• Ensure compliance with relevant safety, quality, and environmental management procedures and controls.

Qualifications and Experience

• Candidates should possess 5-10 years of relevant experience in internal auditing.

Work Type and Location

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Salary details will be disclosed during the interview process.