Senior Internal Auditor (3 Months)

Company Description JK Governance Risk And Compliance Services (GRCS) supports organizations in achieving superior performance through outsourcing, co-sourcing, and advisory services focused on governance, risk, and compliance. The firm partners with internal audit (IA) functions to enhance process efficiency, fraud detection, operational quality, internal controls, and regulatory compliance. GRCS helps clients strengthen and transform IA strategies, structures, and practices, including independent effectiveness reviews aligned with Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Standards and leading practices. The company evaluates IA performance against stakeholder expectations and works with highly skilled independent professionals on full-time projects with enterprises and consulting firms. GRCS offers a community for independent consultants and subject-matter experts seeking well-paid, long-term project and contract opportunities.Role Description The Senior Internal Auditor will lead and execute internal audit engagements for clients in Riyadh, including planning, fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up activities in line with IIA Standards for a 3 month period. This contract, on-site role includes assessing internal controls, performing risk-based audits, and evaluating the effectiveness of financial and operational processes. Day-to-day responsibilities involve reviewing documentation, conducting interviews with client stakeholders, analyzing data, testing controls, and identifying control gaps, process inefficiencies, and potential fraud risks. The Senior Internal Auditor will prepare clear audit reports, present findings and recommendations to management, and support remediation efforts and continuous improvement of IA functions. The role also contributes to advisory assignments, such as effectiveness reviews, benchmarking against leading practices, and supporting transformation initiatives for IA departments.Qualifications Candidates should possess strong audit reporting skills, including drafting clear, concise, and well-structured Audit Reports.Candidates should possess robust Analytical Skills and a solid understanding of Finance to evaluate controls, transactions, and processes.Candidates should possess experience in Financial Sector Audits (Insurance Sector Preferred), including planning, executing, and documenting audit procedures.Candidates should possess effective Communication skills, with the ability to engage with stakeholders at different levels and present complex findings in a simple, actionable manner.Relevant professional qualifications such as CIA, CPA, ACCA, or equivalent are preferred.Experience in internal audit, risk management, or consulting, ideally with exposure to governance, risk, and compliance frameworks.Strong knowledge of IIA Standards, internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO), and regulatory requirements applicable to finance and operations.Ability to work independently on-site in Riyadh, manage multiple assignments, and meet project deadlines in a client-focused environment.