Internal Auditor

Conduct internal audits of financial records, accounting transactions, and financial reporting processes. Review general ledger entries, accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and intercompany transactions. Verify supplier payments, payroll transactions, petty cash, and other financial disbursements against supporting documents and approval procedures. Assess the effectiveness of internal financial controls and compliance with company policies and accounting procedures. Review monthly financial reports, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules to identify discrepancies and unusual transactions. Examine financial documents to identify errors, duplicate payments, unauthorized transactions, and potential financial irregularities. Review expense claims, journal entries, accruals, and provisions to ensure proper documentation, authorization, and accounting treatment. Verify compliance with applicable accounting standards and relevant UAE regulatory and tax requirements within the audit scope. Prepare audit reports detailing findings, financial risks, control weaknesses, and recommendations for corrective action. Follow up with the Finance and Accounts team to ensure timely implementation of agreed corrective measures. Maintain proper audit working papers, supporting evidence, and documentation. Recommend improvements to strengthen financial controls, improve reporting accuracy, and minimize financial risks.

Desired Candidate Profile

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Professional accounting or auditing qualification such as ACCA, CPA, CA, or CIA is a must. Minimum 5–10 years of relevant experience in internal auditing, financial auditing, or accounting controls. Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, reconciliations, and internal control procedures. Hands-on experience auditing financial transactions, supplier payments, and general ledger accounts. Experience in the retail, fashion, trading, or FMCG industry is preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting or ERP systems. Strong analytical, problem-solving, documentation, and report-writing skills. High level of integrity, confidentiality, and attention to detail. Able to independently conduct financial audit assignments and investigate accounting discrepancies. Strong understanding of financial risks, control weaknesses, and audit procedures. Capable of communicating audit findings professionally and recommending practical solutions. Able to work collaboratively with Finance and Accounts teams while maintaining audit independence. Employment Type Full-time