Position title
Internal Auditor
Description
We are seeking a financial-focused Internal Auditor responsible for evaluating financial controls, cost efficiency, and budgetary compliance across all departments. The role is dedicated to ensuring strong financial governance, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and maintaining compliance with internal financial policies and external regulations.
Responsibilities
- Cross-Departmental Financial Audits:
- Conduct financial audits across various departments to verify the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of financial records and transactions.
- Assess departmental spending patterns, budget adherence, and cost efficiency.
- Ensure that financial activities align with company policies, regulatory standards, and approved budgets.
- Cost Control & Efficiency Monitoring:
- Analyze cost structures and resource allocation across departments to identify inefficiencies or excess spending.
- Recommend actionable improvements to enhance financial discipline and control.
- Evaluate whether departments are achieving financial objectives and operating within approved financial limits.
- Internal Financial Controls & Compliance:
- Review the design and effectiveness of internal financial controls specific to each department (e.g., procurement approvals, payroll management, IT asset expenditures).
- Verify compliance with internal financial policies, corporate governance standards, and relevant laws.
- Ensure proper documentation and controls exist for all financial transactions and reporting.
- Risk Identification:
- Identify financial risks at the department level, such as unauthorized spending, weak controls, or misallocation of funds.
- Propose mitigation strategies and follow up on their implementation.
- Reporting & Recommendations:
- Prepare detailed audit reports outlining findings, financial risks, and recommended actions for improvement.
- Present audit outcomes to management and department heads, supporting the implementation of corrective actions.
- Track progress on resolving audit issues and enhancing financial control measures.
- Continuous Improvement & Advisory:
- Act as a financial governance partner to departments, advising on internal control improvements and cost management practices.
- Stay updated on financial audit best practices, technologies, and regulations relevant to departmental functions.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
Professional certification preferred (CPA, CIA, or equivalent).
Minimum 5 years of internal auditing or financial auditing experience, preferably across multiple business functions
Hiring organization
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Location
Dubai, UAE
Date posted
May 26, 2025
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