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About the Internal Auditor Role

A Confidential Government entity in the Eastern Province, specifically Dammam, is seeking a full-time Internal Auditor. This role is responsible for conducting independent and objective audits to assess the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, governance processes, and compliance with regulations and company policies. The position supports the organization in identifying risks, enhancing operational efficiency, safeguarding assets, and ensuring the reliability of financial and operational information.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct financial, operational, compliance, and governance audits as per the annual audit plan and perform ad-hoc assignments.
• Manage end-to-end internal audit engagements, including planning, fieldwork, execution, reporting, and follow-up.
• Develop Risk and Control Matrices (RCMs), process flowcharts, and audit test programs aligned with recognized internal audit standards.
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, identifying weaknesses, risks, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement.
• Review financial and operational transactions for accuracy, reliability, integrity, and compliance with policies.
• Perform analytical reviews, sampling, and basic data analytics to support audit conclusions.
• Review company asset records to assess utilization, protection, safeguarding, and accountability.
• Assess compliance with applicable laws, regulations, corporate governance requirements, and internal policies.
• Conduct special reviews, investigations, fraud assessments, and due diligence assignments.
• Prepare comprehensive audit reports detailing findings, risk implications, root causes, and recommendations.
• Present audit findings and recommendations to management and monitor agreed action plans.
• Follow up on audit findings and validate the implementation and effectiveness of corrective actions.
• Communicate audit findings and recommendations to senior management and governance committees.
• Coordinate with external auditors and maintain relationships with stakeholders.
• Utilize ERP systems and audit tools for planning, testing, reporting, and monitoring.
• Stay updated on internal audit best practices, industry developments, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 to 10 years of experience in Internal Audit, External Audit, Risk Management, or a related field. Experience within a diversified group, engineering, testing, inspection, industrial, or professional services environment is preferred.
• Professional certifications such as CIA, CPA, CA, ACCA, or SOCPA are preferred, with CIA being highly desirable.
• Working knowledge of IIA Standards (IPPF), COSO Framework, Corporate Governance requirements, CMA Regulations, ISO Standards, and relevant Saudi Arabian regulations.
• Experience in conducting investigations, fraud reviews, and special assignments is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Arabic language skills are an advantage.
• Experience auditing multiple business functions including Finance, Procurement, HR, Operations, Projects, and Corporate Functions.
• Knowledge of Power BI or similar data visualization and reporting tools is an advantage.

Technical and Behavioral Competencies

Candidates should possess strong technical skills in:

• Audit Planning and Execution
• Risk Assessment and Internal Controls Evaluation
• Audit Reporting and Documentation
• Process Mapping and Risk & Control Matrix Development
• Financial and Operational Auditing
• Data Analysis and Analytical Review Techniques
• Compliance and Regulatory Assessment
• Microsoft Office Suite (Advanced Excel preferred)
• ERP Systems and business applications (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics or similar).

Key behavioral competencies include:

• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Integrity and Professional Ethics
• Accountability and Ownership
• Stakeholder Focus and Relationship Management
• Analytical Thinking and Problem Solving
• Communication and Report Writing Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Time Management and Organization

Work Location and Type

This is a full-time position located in Dammam, Eastern Province.