(deputy) Head Of Internal Audit
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Job Description
- Review and understand the existing processes, create an audit schedule and assess all the functions of the office
- Set up the whole IA function from scratch and support the implementation operationally
- Plan and execute annual audit plans as well as special or ad-hoc audits/investigations for Group of Companies to provide assurance that business and operations risks are adequately mitigated to ensure compliance to the Group policies & procedures.
- Develop annually a risk-based internal audit plan for Audit Committee review and approval.
- Supervise the implementation of the approved plan, ensure proper resourcing for implementation of the plan, and adjust the plan as needed in response to changes in business risks, operations, programs, systems, and controls.
- Keep senior administration and Audit Committee informed about any progressions expected to the internal audit plan.
- Manage the process to track, follow-up, and ultimately close all open audit issues leveraging the Audit Committee, if necessary.
- Overseeing contracts, legislation, regulations, policies, processes, operations, technology, and financials
- Work with each department to understand their operating models, processes and policies.
- Actively participate in executive management meetings and/or committees to ensure that Internal Audit is well-informed of key business developments that could have an impact on audit priorities and/or plans.
- Ensure methodical documentation of work plans, testing results, conclusions, and recommendations. Ensure follow up on findings and corrective actions.
- Provide technical assistance with investigations, special audits, and provide subject-matter expertise as needed.
The Successful Applicant
The ideal (Deputy) Head of Internal Audit will be confident in setting up and leading a new function from scratch and being responsible for its success. He/She must possess the below requirements:
- Minimum Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field
- A CIA or CFE certification is a strong asset
- Minimum 15 years working experience in internal audit within an international recognised consulting/advisory firm, a government entity or a big MNC
- Minimum of 5 years' experience at Senior Management level in the UAE
- Arabic language is a must
- Outstanding communication and stakeholders' management skills
- Strong project management skills
- Ability to think critically, understand internal audit methodology and able to provide recommendations and drive for changes.
- Ability to work in a large and complex organisation
What's on Offer
The successful candidate for this role will be offered a monthly competitive salary and a role within a reputable public organisation. You will report to/collaborate with influencing people and be part of the UAE government transformation.
This is an exciting opportunity for an individual within the internal audit and management functions to further progress with an opportunity to be a (Deputy) Head of Internal Audit in Abu Dhabi.
Contact
Lena Gast
Quote job ref
JN-082022-5723988
Job summary
Sector
Finance & Accounting
Subsector
Internal Audit
Industry
Public Sector
Location
Abu Dhabi
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Lena Gast
Job reference
JN-082022-5723988
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Job IdJD1435859
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IndustryNot mentioned
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Total Positions1
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Job Type:Full Time
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Salary:Not mentioned
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Employment StatusPermanent
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Job LocationAbu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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EducationNot mentioned