Internal Audit Manager - Perm

Job Objective:

Direct the activities of Internal Audit Department to provide an independent, objective assurance and consultation that add value and improve Company and Subsidiaries' operations to accomplish their objectives.

Direct and control the internal audit function by promoting high standards of control and providing an informed independent opinion and objective assurance to the Board Audit Committee and the Board of Directors on the efficiency and effectiveness of internal control systems, governance processes, risk management, compliance, IT Cyber Security across Company and subsidiaries

Serve as Secretary to Board Audit Committee (BAC) which is a sub-committee of the Board and supports the BAC in reporting to the Board. Report/present periodically to the BAC, internal audit activities, performance, significant risk exposures, controls/governance issues and other related matters.

Ensure adherence to Institute of Internal Auditors' Standards, International Professional Practices Framework, The Global Internal Audit Common Body of Knowledge while performing the Internal Audit activities

Ensure adherence to compliance and regulatory requirements.

Key Accountabilities:

Corporate Strategy

Leadership

Organization Structure

Budget Planning

Risk Management

Internal Control

Internal Audit Operations

IT Audit

External Audit and Financial Reporting

Board Audit Committee

Change Management

Policies, Systems, Processes and Procedures

Quality, Health, Safety, Security, Environment, Social and Governance

Management Reporting

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Auditing or Equivalent

Professional accounting/ auditing certifications such as CIA, CISA, CA, CPA, ACCA or CMA.

Minimum Experience:

15 years of internal audit experience, with varied experience in oil and gas industry and their inherent challenges/risks in the context of corporate function.

Job Specific Skills:

• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• In-depth understanding of company policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of computerized Auditing techniques.
• Planning and organizing skills.
• Leadership skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Business reporting skills.
• Investigative & reporting skills.
• Excellent command over English and Arabic would be an added advantage.
• Working knowledge of MS Office suite, including proficiency in Excel to analyse data.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems (Oracle EBS/SAP etc.)