Audit Manager

Under direction of the Head of Internal Audit, this position is accountable for managing the Internal Audit Projects based on Board Audit Committee (BAC) approved plan. The position is key in assisting the Head of Internal Audit in recommending value adding suggestions relating to governance, risks, and controls.

Job Responsibilities

• Assists the Head of Internal Audit with managing internal audit activities and reporting to stakeholders.
• Assists the Head of Internal Audit in managing external stakeholder relationships, which include external auditors, Abu Dhabi Accountability Authority (ADAA), Abu Dhabi Ports (ADP), Terminal Investment Limited (TIL) and other internal audit service providers.
• Assists the Head of Internal Audit in preparing reports to the Board of Directors, Audit Committee and Senior Management summarizing the audit work conducted during that period, with audit observations and recommendations.
• Aligns Internal Audit (IA) strategy with the organization’s strategy.
• Assesses effectiveness of compliance with the company's code of ethics.
• Evaluates the governance, risk, and compliance frameworks in audit activities.
• In conjunction with the Head of Internal Audit, develops and maintains a comprehensive corporate internal audit plan for the department, while incorporating the organization’s risk management framework including using risk appetite levels set by management for assessing the strategic and business risks to the organization.
• Supports the culture of learning and professionalism within the organization by providing regular awareness or training sessions to the entire organization.
• Develops a culture of fraud risk awareness throughout the organization.
• Coordinates audit activities together with Enterprise Risk and Compliance including risk assessment and audit findings tracking and provides input to the management committee.
• Prepares audit programs with agreed timelines in accordance with the Global Internal Audit Standards from the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA), and other global Standards and frameworks such as IFRS, COSO, COBIT, and global best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Leads multiple projects and manages the identification and evaluation of the organization’s risk areas thereby helping the organization to achieve strategic, operational, and financial excellence.
• Drives the performance and development of team capabilities through active coaching and mentoring to achieve effective and efficient team performance.
• Demonstrates technical expertise and leadership by providing operational leadership over the Internal Audit team and oversees the completion of internal audit projects.
• Provides effective audit work and produces high quality internal audit reports.
• Establishes a monitoring and follow-up system for audit results communicated to management.
• Assists in promoting the use of leading technologies in building an efficient and effective audit team.
• Guides/undertakes consulting activities, as may be requested, in accordance with professional standards and provides sound advice on policies, procedures, risks and controls.
• Undertakes to assist in investigation of cases of internal and external fraud, as requested.
• Consults with external auditors and other regulatory monitoring agencies and implements recommendations to improve controls, promote growth and ensure compliance with the law, financial legislation, and regulatory framework.
• Develops strong relationships and communications with Senior management to ensure concerns are addressed and expectations met.
• Consults with Departmental Heads to ensure audit findings and recommendations are fully accepted and implemented.

Desired Candidate Profile

• A graduate degree in business administration or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Must have CIA and any of the following Accounting Certifications (CA, CPA, ACCA).
• Additional Professional certification such as a CFE, CISA, CISM, CISSP will be an added advantage.
• 8 years of full-time experience in Auditing or Accounting and business analysis.

Employment Type

Full Time

Company Industry

• Defence
• Military
• Government

Department / Functional Area

• Accounts
• Taxation
• Audit
• Company Secretary