Chief Audit Executive (CAE)
Client of Ultimate Peaks Talent & Strategy
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Job Description
Roles & Responsibilities
This is a Board-facing leadership role responsible for establishing and leading a group-wide internal audit function across multiple entities and jurisdictions.
The CAE will provide independent assurance to executive leadership and the Audit & Risk Committee on governance, risk management, and control effectiveness while supporting the organization s transition toward a public company environment.
Key Responsibilities
Governance & Leadership
- Establish and lead a group internal audit function aligned with IIA standards
- Report functionally to the Audit & Risk Committee and administratively to the CEO
- Drive a strong culture of governance, accountability, and risk awareness
IPO Readiness & Controls
- Lead ICFR and SOX readiness initiatives aligned with COSO framework
- Support IPO preparation including coordination with external auditors and advisors
- Provide assurance over financial disclosures and reporting processes
Risk-Based Audit Execution
- Develop and execute a group-wide risk-based audit plan
- Oversee audits across:
- Logistics operations (warehousing, fleet, delivery, freight)
- Financial controls (revenue, billing, procurement, treasury)
- Compliance and regulatory requirements
- Technology and ERP environments
Investigations & Advisory
- Lead fraud investigations and special reviews
- Provide strategic advisory on governance, controls, and operational efficiency
Reporting
- Deliver Board-level reporting on risks, audit findings, and remediation progress
Desired Candidate Profile
We are targeting a senior, board-ready audit leader with experience in complex, multi-entity environments.
Required Experience
- 15+ years in internal audit, risk, or external audit
- Minimum 5 years in a senior leadership role (Head / Director / CAE)
- Proven experience in:
- IPO readiness, ICFR, or SOX environments
- Group / multi-entity audit structures
- Operationally intensive industries (logistics, supply chain, manufacturing, etc.)
Qualifications
- Professional certification required (CIA, CPA, ACCA, CISA, or equivalent)
- Strong knowledge of COSO, ERM, and internal control frameworks
Leadership Profile
- Strong executive presence with ability to engage Board and Audit Committee
- High integrity and independent judgment
- Strategic thinker with operational depth
- Opportunity to build a best-in-class audit function
- Direct exposure to Board and executive leadership
- Critical role in IPO and institutional transformation journey
- High-impact position influencing governance across a large operational group
Company Industry
- Logistics
- Transportation
- Warehousing
- Courier
Department / Functional Area
- Accounts
- Taxation
- Audit
- Company Secretary
Keywords
- Chief Audit Executive (CAE)
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Client of Ultimate Peaks Talent & Strategy
A leading and rapidly scaling logistics and supply chain group in Saudi Arabia, operating across multiple subsidiaries, is seeking a Chief Audit Executive (CAE) to lead its internal audit function at a group level. As the organization progresses toward IPO readiness, this role will play a critical part in strengthening governance, internal controls, and risk management frameworks to meet public market standards.