Job Overview A leading diversified group in Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced Internal Audit professional to strengthen its corporate governance, risk management, and internal control frameworks across multiple business verticals.
The role will play a critical part in enhancing audit strategy, improving compliance, and driving operational efficiency across a complex, multi-entity organization.
Key Responsibilities Develop and execute risk-based internal audit plans across group companies. Lead end-to-end internal audit assignments, including planning, fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up. Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, governance processes, and risk management frameworks. Identify control gaps and provide practical, value-adding recommendations. Partner closely with senior stakeholders to improve process efficiency, compliance, and financial integrity. Review financial, operational, compliance, and IT controls. Support fraud risk assessments, investigations, and special audits when required. Ensure alignment with international auditing standards (IIA, COSO, IFRS). Prepare professional audit reports and present findings to senior management and audit committees.
Candidate Profile Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field. Professional certification preferred: CIA, CPA, ACCA, CA.12+ years of internal audit / risk / compliance experience, ideally within large groups, construction, engineering, or diversified conglomerates. Strong exposure to multi-entity, multi-sector environments. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Strong analytical, reporting, and presentation capabilities. Prior experience in Saudi Arabia or GCC highly preferred.