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About the Role
Talents Tide seeks an experienced Audit Manager to lead and oversee internal audit activities in Dubai. The role involves developing risk-based audit plans, managing assignments across operational, financial, and compliance functions, and ensuring governance and regulatory compliance.
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Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the annual risk based internal audit plan
- Lead and manage internal audit assignments across operational, financial, and compliance functions
- Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, governance processes, and risk management practices
- Conduct audits of Customs Operations and other business functions to identify process improvements and control gaps
- Prepare comprehensive audit reports with practical recommendations for senior management
- Monitor the implementation of agreed corrective actions and follow up on audit findings
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and internal procedures
- Liaise with external auditors and regulatory authorities when required
- Mentor and develop audit team members while promoting best practices
- Report audit observations, key risks, and recommendations directly to the Director
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Auditing, Business Administration, or related discipline
- Professional certifications such as CIA, ACCA, CPA, or CFA highly preferred
- Minimum 7 years of experience in Internal Audit, Risk Management, or Compliance
- Previous experience within a Big 4 firm (PwC, EY, Deloitte, or KPMG) highly desirable
- Experience auditing government entities, customs operations, logistics, or regulated industries is an advantage
- Strong knowledge of risk based auditing methodologies and governance frameworks
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- High level of integrity and professional ethics
- Excellent report writing and presentation skills
- Leadership and team management abilities
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Job Purpose
- We are seeking an experienced Audit Manager to lead and oversee internal audit activities, ensuring compliance with governance frameworks, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.
- The successful candidate will support the Director in strengthening the organization's control environment while providing independent assurance on operational effectiveness and risk management.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the annual risk based internal audit plan.
- Lead and manage internal audit assignments across operational, financial, and compliance functions.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, governance processes, and risk management practices.
- Conduct audits of Customs Operations and other business functions to identify process improvements and control gaps.
- Prepare comprehensive audit reports with practical recommendations for senior management.
- Monitor the implementation of agreed corrective actions and follow up on audit findings.
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and internal procedures.
- Liaise with external auditors and regulatory authorities when required.
- Mentor and develop audit team members while promoting best practices.
- Report audit observations, key risks, and recommendations directly to the Director.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Auditing, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
- Master's degree is an added advantage.
- Professional certifications such as CIA, ACCA, CPA, or CFA are highly preferred.
- Minimum 7 years of experience in Internal Audit, Risk Management, or Compliance.
- Previous experience within a Big 4 firm (PwC, EY, Deloitte, or KPMG) is highly desirable.
- Experience auditing government entities, customs operations, logistics, or regulated industries is an advantage.
- Strong knowledge of risk based auditing methodologies and governance frameworks.
Technical Skills
- Internal Audit
- Risk Assessment & Risk Management
- Financial & Operational Auditing
- Internal Controls Evaluation
- Compliance & Regulatory Audits
- Corporate Governance
- Audit Planning & Reporting
- Data Analysis & Audit Analytics
- Stakeholder Management
Competencies
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- High level of integrity and professional ethics
- Excellent report writing and presentation skills
- Leadership and team management
- Strategic thinking
- Decision making ability
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management
- Attention to detail
Preferred Candidate Profile
- UAE N (Priority)
- Experience in Customs Operations or Government entities is preferred but not mandatory.
- Background with a Big 4 consulting/audit firm is highly desirable.
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