Job Description

Our Abu Dhabi Government client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced UAE NATIONAL Internal Audit Manager to join its team.

This role will be responsible for leading and executing internal audit activities, with a primary focus on financial audits, to ensure the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal controls across the organization. The ideal candidate will be a proactive and results-oriented professional with a strong understanding of financial auditing principles, practices, and regulatory requirements within the UAE context.

This position is exclusively open to UAE Nationals holding a valid family book.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement the annual internal audit plan, aligned with the organization's strategic objectives and risk assessment, with a focus on financial audit areas.
• Lead and manage financial audit engagements, including planning, fieldwork, and reporting, ensuring adherence to internal audit standards and methodologies.
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, risk management processes, and governance frameworks, specifically in relation to financial operations.
• Identify and assess key financial risks and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Conduct operational, financial, compliance, and information technology audits, with a strong emphasis on financial statement audits, and other financial reviews.
• Prepare clear, concise, and timely audit reports outlining findings, recommendations, and management responses, with a focus on financial reporting accuracy and compliance.
• Follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations and assess their effectiveness, particularly concerning financial controls.
• Maintain strong working relationships with management and staff across all departments.
• Stay abreast of relevant laws, regulations, and best practices in internal auditing and the government sector in the UAE, with a focus on financial regulations and reporting standards.
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of the internal audit function.
• Perform ad-hoc reviews and investigations as required.
• Supervise and mentor internal audit team members (if applicable).

Qualifications, Experience & Skills:

• UAE National with a valid family book
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. A relevant Master's degree or professional certification (e.g., CIA, CPA, ACCA) is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 10] years of progressive experience in internal auditing, with a strong focus on financial audits, preferably within the government sector or a large organization in the UAE.
• Strong understanding of internal auditing standards (e.g., IPPF), risk management frameworks (e.g., COSO), and corporate governance principles, with in-depth knowledge of financial audit standards and procedures.
• Proven ability to plan, execute, and report on financial audit engagements effectively.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills, with a focus on financial data analysis.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in both Arabic and English.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in using audit software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of relevant UAE laws, regulations, and government policies, with a focus on financial regulations and reporting requirements.
• Demonstrated leadership potential and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High level of integrity, objectivity, and professional ethics.

 Thank you for your application.  Only suitable candidates will be contacted.

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