Internal Auditor

Description

Summary: This role involves planning and executing audits, evaluating internal controls, leading investigations, preparing audit reports, and contributing to the continuous improvement of the internal audit function. Highlights: 1. Execute risk-based audits and evaluate internal controls effectively. 2. Lead investigations and prepare comprehensive audit reports. 3. Contribute to continuous improvement of internal audit function. **Key responsibilities** * Plan and execute audits using a risk‑based methodology: prepare audit programmes, perform walkthroughs, test controls, and document evidence. * Evaluate effectiveness of internal controls and governance processes; identify deficiencies and recommend pragmatic remediation actions. * Conduct data‑driven analytics to detect anomalies, control gaps, and process inefficiencies. * Lead investigations into control failures, fraud indicators, or compliance breaches; prepare root‑cause analysis and action plans. * Prepare clear, concise audit reports with risk‑rated findings, management responses, and remediation timelines; present results to management and the audit committee. * Monitor remediation progress and perform follow‑up audits to verify closure. * Support SOX/internal control over financial reporting activities, including testing and remediation where applicable. * Liaise with external auditors and regulators; provide documentation and support during external reviews. * Develop and maintain audit documentation, working papers, and audit schedules in line with professional standards. * Contribute to continuous improvement of the internal audit function — methodologies, tools, KPIs — and coach junior auditors. **Required skills \& qualifications** * Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related discipline. * Professional qualification preferred (CIA, ACCA, ACA, CPA or equivalent). * 3\+ years’ experience in internal audit, risk, compliance, or external audit (adjustable by seniority). * Strong understanding of audit methodologies, risk assessment, and control frameworks (COSO, ISO). * Proficiency with data‑analytics and audit tools (IDEA/ACL, Excel, Power BI/Tableau). * Excellent report writing, communication, and stakeholder management skills. * High professional scepticism, attention to detail, and ethical standards. **Desirable** * Experience with SOX compliance, ERP systems (SAP/Oracle/NetSuite), IT/general computer controls, and sector‑specific regulatory frameworks. * Training or experience in fraud detection, forensic techniques, or regulatory investigations. **Typical metrics / KPIs** * Percentage of planned audits completed and audit cycle time. * Percentage of high‑risk findings remediated within agreed timelines. * Management acceptance rate of audit recommendations. * Quality ratings from audit committee or external peer reviews. Pay: QAR35\.00 \- QAR95\.00 per hour Work Location: In person