Internal Auditor

Job Description

IDB2965 – Internal Auditor

Location: Saudi Arabia – Jeddah
JOB PURPOSE:

A self-driven individual who is responsible for conducting audits, preparing audit reports, and identifying issues relating to governance, internal controls & risk management. The Internal Auditor must possess in-depth knowledge and capabilities to be able to execute audit assignments whilst bringing systematic approach to examine and evaluate the adequacy, effectiveness and efficiency of company’s risk management processes, internal control systems and recommend corrective actions, and improve efficiency.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Audit Operations

Supports Head of Internal Audit in developing Audit Universe.

Participates in risk assessment and prepare risk registers for Auditable Units.

Periodically, reviews and updates risk registers based on changing risk profiles.

Supports in preparation of Annual Audit Plan.

Participates in engagement planning process by performing preliminary reviews of Auditable Units.

Prepares audit program considering engagement objectives and scope.

Executes internal audits according to the approved audit programs by maintaining adequate documentation to support observations and conclusions.

Performs special assignments / ad hoc reviews as, and when required.

Prepares assurance / advisory engagement reports and submits for internal review.

Supports in implementing the internal audit policies, procedures and ensure compliance.

Upholds standard of quality documentation as per the requirements.

Reporting

Supports in data collection and analysis for preparation of periodic internal audit activity reporting pack to Senior Management and Audit and Risk Committee.

Prepares ad-hoc reports as / when required.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Field of Study

Accounting/Finance / Economics/any relevant discipline

Academic Qualifications and Relevant Experience

Qualification Level

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Doctorate

Experience

N/A

5-8years

2 years

N/A

Nature of Experience

Mandatory

+ Knowledge of global Internal Audit methodologies

+ Insurance market experience or Banking Experience

Preferable

+ Advanced knowledge of international Accounting and Auditing standards

+ Prior experience in Export Credit / Banking industry

+ Knowledge of Shariah Laws

+ Big Four Experience

Professional Certifications (as applicable)

Qualified CA / ACCA / CPA / CIA.

Business Language Skills

Good command of written and spoken English is mandatory.

* Knowledge of Arabic and French is preferable.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (GENERIC):

 No. of audits completed.
 Auditee satisfaction
 Continuing Professional Education compliance.