Internal Auditor | Almana Group | Internal Audit

Job purpose

Audit execution and risk assessment

• Conduct assignments under the approved annual audit plan, including planning, fieldwork, testing, and reporting.
• Follow IIA standards and internal methodologies; participate in risk-based assessments to prioritize audit areas.
• Coordinate collection of documentation and evidence, and maintain clear, organized working papers.
• Evaluate financial and operational processes and identify risks, control weaknesses, process gaps, and potential fraud indicators.
• Use ERP systems and analytical tools to detect irregularities; document findings and recommend risk mitigation and process improvements.
• Support internal controls and governance, and monitor compliance with group policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.

Reporting and follow-up

• Prepare draft and final audit reports, present results to the Senior Internal Auditor or Head of Internal Audit for review, and communicate findings professionally.
• Conduct follow-up reviews and audits, verify corrective actions, track implementation, and report progress.
• Recommend automation, policy updates, and efficiency improvements; help optimize audit methodologies, templates, tools, and procedures.
• Contribute to management reports and periodic audit summaries while maintaining confidentiality and integrity.

Collaboration and development

• Build positive relationships with business units and stakeholders and promote awareness of controls, compliance, and risk management.
• Participate in training, workshops, and professional development; assist with ad hoc reviews, investigations, and special assignments.
• Share best practices, support audit-team improvements, and stay current with emerging audit practices and technologies.

Education and experience

• University degree in Finance or Business, with qualified or part-qualified status in CA, ACCA, CPA, or CIA.
• At least five years of relevant auditing experience, including work across conglomerates, manufacturing, real estate, automotive, or oil and gas.

Skills and competencies

• Knowledge of internal audit principles and practice; proficiency in Microsoft Office, company ERP systems, analytical tools, and audit applications.
• Strong English communication skills; Arabic is an added advantage.
• Proficient report writing and knowledge of business and technical terminology.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and projects, set priorities, address problems, meet deadlines, and work independently and collaboratively.
• Integrity, confidentiality, professional ethics, attention to detail, and willingness to learn in a fast-paced, multi-sector environment.