Senior Internal Auditor

Michael Page

Location: UAE

Employment Type: Full Time

Reference: HP350-8108

About the Company:

Michael Page is a leading professional recruitment consultancy specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary, and interim positions with clients around the world. Their client, a well-established company in the trading of food commodities, is seeking an experienced Senior Internal Auditor to join their dynamic team in the UAE.

Role Overview:

The Senior Internal Auditor will play a pivotal role in the organization’s growth and development by bringing a systematic and disciplined approach to enhancing the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes. This role involves working closely with senior finance and auditing professionals to ensure the company meets its financial, operational, and compliance objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Internal Audits:

Conduct internal audits to ensure compliance with financial, operational, and regulatory requirements.

Support the development, planning, and reporting processes for internal audits.

Report on control deficiencies to management and provide recommendations to mitigate risks and add value.

Process Improvement:

Challenge existing processes and identify opportunities for refinement.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to monitor compliance and report on it regularly.

Engage in the remediation of identified issues through follow-up.

Documentation & Reporting:

Produce a wide range of high-quality deliverables, including policies, SOPs, RCMs, process flow charts, and other documents tailored to various audiences.

Work closely with the Head of Compliance and Internal Audit to ensure timely contributions to the team’s objectives.

Professional Development:

Stay updated on industry trends by participating in continuous professional development through training, professional publications, and maintaining personal networks.

Job Offer:

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Opportunity to work with a big team based in the UAE.

Dynamic and fast-paced work environment.

Opportunity to travel and collaborate with teams in Africa.

Requirements:

Education & Certification:

University degree in Accountancy.

Professional certifications such as Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).

Experience:

At least 8 years of internal audit experience, preferably within a trading or commodities company, or with a Big Four firm.

Extensive experience in leading the development and implementation of internal audit policies.

Skills:

Proven success in engaging with key stakeholders and collaborating effectively with various teams within the organization.

In-depth knowledge and experience with policies, SOPs, RCMs, and process flow charts specific to internal auditing in the trading and commodities sector.

Fluency in Arabic and French is preferred.

Ability and willingness to travel to West, East, and Central Africa.

Capability to operate effectively at a senior level and collaborate closely with senior management.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their CV and cover letter to info@michaelpage.ae.