JOB PURPOSE: To independently plan and perform operational audit engagements across the organization and its affiliated entities, with the objective of evaluating and enhancing the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes. The role focuses on assessing compliance with internal policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements, and providing value-adding recommendations that support operational efficiency, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES: Audit & Assurance:
Conduct operational audits across the organization and its subsidiaries to assess compliance, efficiency, and effectiveness of internal controls. Identify risks and recommend improvements to enhance operational processes and governance. Prepare audit reports and follow up on findings to ensure corrective actions are implemented.
Quality Assurance and Communication:
Ensure Operational processes and reporting from subsidiaries meet organizational quality standards and comply with internal policies. Monitor and evaluate communication channels to guarantee accurate and timely information flow. Facilitate effective communication and collaboration with subsidiaries and internal teams, providing recommendations for process improvements and best practices.
Compliance Support:
Monitor adherence to organizational policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements across the company and its subsidiaries. Identify, escalate, and resolve compliance issues promptly to maintain organizational integrity. Provide guidance and recommendations to management for strengthening compliance practices and mitigating potential risks.
Reporting and Documentation:
Prepare and maintain comprehensive internal audit reports, highlighting findings, operational risks, recommendations, and recommended corrective actions. Respond to ad hoc reporting requests from the Audit Committee or senior management in a timely and accurate manner. Ensure all documentation is up-to-date, accurate, and supports informed decision-making and organizational accountability.
Risk Management:
Identify potential financial and operational risks across the Foundation and its subsidiaries and develop strategies to mitigate them effectively. Implement and monitor risk management measures to safeguard organizational assets, reputation, and operational continuity.
Process Improvement:
Review and update processes and procedures across core functions to close operational gaps and prevent overlaps, enhancing overall efficiency. Provide innovative measures to improve core processes and procedures through identifying organizational best practices to ensure the continuous improvement of processes.
QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:
Saudi National Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. Professional certifications preferred CIA, CPA, ACCA, CISA, SOCPAExperience3–4 years of experience in Internal Audit, Risk, or External Audit, or related field.