Senior Internal Auditor

Senior Internal Auditor Location: Saudi Arabia, Abha Department: Internal AuditWe are looking for an experienced Senior Internal Auditor to conduct risk-based internal audits across the group, evaluate internal controls and risk management practices, and provide actionable recommendations to strengthen governance, compliance, and operational effectiveness.Key ResponsibilitiesExecute risk-based internal audit assignments across AQH and its entities.Assess governance, risk management, and internal controls to identify gaps, weaknesses, and root causes.Conduct audit planning, process walkthroughs, testing, sampling, and evidence collection.Prepare clear audit reports with practical recommendations and agreed corrective actions.Monitor management action plans and escalate overdue or high-risk issues.Evaluate compliance with internal policies, Delegation of Authority (DOA), regulatory requirements, and key process controls.Apply data analytics to improve audit coverage and identify exceptions and potential risks.Support risk assessments and contribute to annual audit planning.Coordinate with management and process owners while maintaining independence and objectivity.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Auditing, Business Administration, or a related field.5–7 years of relevant experience in internal audit, external audit, risk management, internal controls, or assurance.Hands-on experience in audit planning, fieldwork, control testing, reporting, and follow-up.At least one relevant professional certification in progress or equivalent demonstrated audit capability.CIA, CPA, SOCPA, ACCA, or CISA certification is preferred.Experience in diversified groups, manufacturing, industrial businesses, or ERP/SAP environments is an advantage.Strong knowledge of risk-based auditing, governance, internal controls, and data analytics.Proficiency in MS Excel and Power BI is preferred.Key CompetenciesRisk-Based Internal AuditingInternal Controls & Risk ManagementGovernance & ComplianceAudit Planning & ExecutionRoot Cause AnalysisAudit Reporting & DocumentationData Analytics & ReportingERP/SAP AwarenessStakeholder ManagementProfessional SkepticismIntegrity & ConfidentialityAnalytical Thinking & Problem-Solving