Internal Audit Expert

6 days ago

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Taaeen Full time

The
Internal Audit Expert
will provide independent, objective assurance and advisory services to enhance the effectiveness of governance, risk management, internal controls, and operational processes across the entity. The role contributes to strengthening accountability, ensuring compliance with federal and emirate-level regulations, and supporting continuous improvement aligned with Abu Dhabi government standards.

Key Responsibilities

1. Audit Planning & Execution

  • Develop annual and strategic risk-based internal audit plans in alignment with organizational priorities.
  • Conduct end-to-end audits across operational, financial, compliance, and IT domains.
  • Identify control gaps, assess risks, and evaluate efficiency and effectiveness of processes.
  • Prepare comprehensive working papers according to professional auditing standards.

2. Reporting & Recommendations

  • Prepare clear, concise audit reports highlighting key findings, root causes, and actionable recommendations.
  • Present audit outcomes to senior leadership and relevant committees.
  • Follow up on management action plans to ensure timely and effective implementation.

3. Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Support

  • Evaluate the design and effectiveness of governance frameworks, internal controls, and risk management processes.
  • Support the development of policies, procedures, and internal control frameworks in line with UAE government standards.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and government directives.

4. Advisory & Continuous Improvement

  • Provide advisory support for new initiatives, system implementations, and process enhancements.
  • Recommend best practices related to internal controls, risk mitigation, and operational efficiency.
  • Promote a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvements across departments.

5. Stakeholder Engagement

  • Engage effectively with internal departments, external auditors, regulatory bodies, and government authorities.
  • Build strong working relationships while maintaining independence and objectivity.
  • Support audit committee reporting requirements and participate in relevant review meetings.

Qualifications & Experience

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
  • Professional certification preferred:
    CIA
    ,
    CPA
    ,
    CISA
    ,
    ACCA
    , or equivalent.

Experience

  • Minimum
    8 years
    of progressive experience in internal audit, preferably within a
    government entity, public sector, or regulated environment
    .
  • Strong experience in risk-based audits, governance frameworks, and internal controls.
  • Experience with UAE government compliance, financial regulations, and audit standards is highly desirable.

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