Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

The role holder is responsible for conducting risk-based internal audits in accordance with the annual audit plan, examining and evaluating the TECOM Group’s internal control systems, verifying compliance with policies, identifying areas for improvement, and formulate recommendations to enable the mitigation of any risks in a timely manner.
Supports the prioritization of the audit initiatives based on urgency, organizational issues and importance, and implement the plan based on the prioritization in order to ensure the critical and major areas are audited on priority
Contribute to the risk assessment process by identifying existing and emerging risks and internal controls within the TECOM Group and its SBUs and provide recommendations to mitigate risks
Conduct internal audit activities (as per TECOM Group Audit manual) including the audit of areas such as operational processes, financial and accounting processes, IT, HR, marketing and sales processes, etc. depending on risks identified, and highlight non-conformances and facilitate their prompt mitigation.
Develop Audit programs to detail the various steps for conducting audits and review them periodically for submission to the Head of the department and obtain approvals
Part of audit assignment perform following tasks
Conduct risk assessment and controls evaluation of the assigned audits.
Conduct audit field work on time and ensure the audit programs are conducted effectively in line with Audit plans.
Review audit work papers/documents, results and programs to ensure the adequate and comprehensive coverage of the audit objectives.
Ensure that all documentation is adequate, properly cross referenced and complete and files are updated and submitted to the Head of Internal Audit on a timely basis for sign off, in order to comply with IIA standards & IA procedures.
Where assisting the team leader in their assigned audits:
Assist in evaluating risks and internal controls of area assigned to;
Develop the audit schedule and checklist;
Timely conduct audit field work and ensure the audit programs are followed as planned;
Summarize audit findings and define opportunities for improvement to be included in the draft report.
Prepare high quality audit reports and findings for each assignment and submit to the Head of Internal Audit for review. The audit report should be comprehensive, facts are properly validated and accurate and address the main audit concerns and provide value added recommendations for improvements.
Follow-up/assist in follow-up on all corrective and preventive actions detailed in audit reports and monitors the continual improvement of the services, and processes by verifying the reliability and integrity of financial and operational information.
Escalate the overdue audit issues not getting resolved to Director/Head of Internal Audit on timely basis for guidance and support in their closure.
Maintain professional and courteous relationship with the auditee management during the assignments to enable the department to meet its objective of customer satisfaction.
Conduct special ‘ad hoc’ assignments as directed; to investigate specific situations, incidents or suspected fraud/misconduct to ensure accurate analysis is done and recommendations are based on it.
Prepare high quality audit reports and findings for each assignment and submit to the team leader/ Director/ Head of Internal Audit for review. The audit report should be comprehensive, facts are properly validated and accurate and address the main audit concerns and provide value added recommendations for improvements
Participate in the Continuous improvement of Department processes and achievement of IA department KPIs.
Provide advisory/consulting services to departments/functions on process improvements/enhancement opportunities or other advisory/services requested by them.

Desired Candidate Profile

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Financial Management, or a related Business discipline (Postgraduate qualification preferred).
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or other recognized professional certifications such as CA, ACCA, CPA, CFE, CISA, or CMA.
6–8 years of audit experience, gained within a professional audit firm and/or internal audit function of a reputable and progressive organization.
Strong understanding of internal audit methodology, planning, administration, and reporting tools.
Proven expertise in risk assessment and internal control evaluation.
Sound knowledge of financial accounting, accrual, and management accounting principles.
Familiarity with UAE legal and regulatory requirements and international internal audit standards.
Basic understanding of information technology systems relevant to audit processes.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
Strong verbal communication and report-writing skills.
Effective project management and multi-tasking abilities.
High level of attention to detail and commitment to quality assurance.
Fluency in English with excellent written and oral communication skills

Assistant Manager - Internal Audit – TECOM Group DUBAI PROPERTIES GROUP LLC

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