Head of Internal Audit

Job description / Role

Responsibilities:

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Conduct internal audits in accordance with the annual audit plan and regulatory standards.

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Evaluate internal controls, compliance with policies and procedures, and the effectiveness of operations.

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Identify and assess areas of risk and control weaknesses; recommend mitigation strategies.

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Prepare clear and concise audit reports with findings and actionable recommendations.

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Follow up on audit recommendations to ensure they are implemented effectively.

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Assist in the development of the internal audit plan based on risk assessment.

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Collaborate with various departments to promote a culture of compliance and continuous improvement.

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Ensure audits are completed on time and in accordance with professional auditing standards (e.g., IIA).

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Stay updated on regulatory changes, internal policies, and industry best practices.

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Support external audits and regulatory inspections when needed.

Qualifications:

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Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.

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Professional certification such as CIA, CPA, ACCA, or equivalent is preferred.

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8+ years of experience in internal or external auditing, risk management, or compliance. (Preferably in Retail field)

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Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO), risk management principles, and audit standards.

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Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

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Strong written and verbal communication skills.

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Proficiency in Microsoft Office and audit or data analytics tools (e.g., ACL, IDEA, SAP, or Oracle is a plus).

About the Company

The Professionals is a Saudi leading Consulting firm that was established in 2015 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Since 2015 until now, we’ve become a successful partner in delivering unique consulting services to our partners who operate in different industries and sectors.

We always combine our service offerings by adopting global best practices with local in-depth understanding and delivering it with a passion to exceed our partners’ expectations to achieve their business objectives.