Internal Auditor

Job description / Role

• Conduct financial, operational, and compliance audits in accordance with the internal audit plan and relevant standards.
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, risk management practices, and business processes.
• Identify weaknesses or areas for improvement and recommend practical, value-added solutions.
• Prepare clear, accurate, and well-documented audit working papers.
• Draft audit findings and assist in preparing audit reports for review by the Internal Audit Supervisor.
• Follow up on the implementation of agreed-upon corrective actions.
• Assist in risk assessments and contribute to the development of the annual audit plan.
• Stay informed of changes in regulatory requirements and internal audit best practices.

Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional certification (CIA, CPA, ACCA, CISA or equivalent) is preferred or in progress.

Experience:
• Minimum of 2–3 years of relevant internal audit or external audit experience, previous big 4 experience is preferred .
• Familiarity with internal audit standards, procedures, and documentation practices.

Skills:
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills in English and Arabic.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and audit tools.
• High attention to detail, with the ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

About the Company

Faruk Investment Group (FIG) was founded by the well-known entrepreneur Mr. Faruk Mustafa Rasool in 2008. FIG embodies a legacy rooted in decades of Mr. Rasool’s entrepreneurial vision since the 1970s. Mr. Rasool has more than 40 years of experience in trading and investment. Mr. Rasool’s mission is to expand the economy of the Kurdistan Region and Iraq through investments and industrial developments, but also to support improving the environment through sustainable green projects. Today, Mr. Rasool serves as the Chairman of the Board, steering FIG towards continued success and innovation in the country.

FIG is a dynamic conglomerate spearheading the country's resurgence across 13 sectors crucial to the nation's reconstruction. With an impressive portfolio of 24 companies, FIG dominates industries such as telecommunications and IT, hospitality and leisure, cement production, medical services, real estate development, manufacturing, waste treatment solutions, construction innovation, financial services, insurance, travel ventures, tourism and renewable energy.

FIG has been essential in driving significant advancements in Iraq's social and economic landscapes. With a workforce of over 7,000 Iraqis across its 24 companies, FIG stands as a cornerstone of employment and growth in the country. Each business within the FIG conglomerate is dedicated to delivering unparalleled products and services, meticulously crafted to meet the diverse needs of the Iraqi market. These businesses are committed to unifying efforts toward fulfilling the collective dreams and aspirations of Iraq and the Kurdistan Region’s diverse communities, fostering a shared vision for a thriving future.