Senior Internal Auditor Baghdad, Baghdad Governorate, Iraq

Senior Internal Auditor Baghdad, Baghdad Governorate, Iraq

Published:

29 days ago

Expiry date:

2025-05-06

 looking to hire a Senior Internal Auditor for a construction client in Baghdad, Iraq. Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years of internal audit experience, preferably within the construction and real estate industries. Fluency in English and Arabic is a must.

Job Purpose
The Senior Internal Auditor is responsible for assisting in the planning, executing, and overseeing internal audit engagements, ensuring that risk management, internal controls, and governance processes are effective. This position demands strong analytical skills, the ability to collaborate with management to address audit findings, and a solid understanding of audit methodologies, particularly within the construction and real estate sectors.

Key Responsibilities
Audit Strategy & Execution: Support the Director of Internal Audit in developing strategies to improve internal controls, minimize risks, and ensure compliance with group policies
Operational Audits: Conduct operational audits as outlined in the annual internal audit plan, ensuring the engagement objectives are met effectively
Audit Reporting: Draft comprehensive audit reports, summarize findings, obtain management responses, and issue reports in alignment with the Internal Audit department's processes and procedures
Remediation Follow-Up: Track and follow up on remediation efforts related to audit findings to ensure that corrective actions are implemented
Collaboration with Management: Work closely with management to develop solutions to address identified risks or control gaps, ensuring timely and adequate implementation of remediation plans
Audit Documentation: Prepare accurate, logical, and detailed work papers that clearly describe the work performed, testing results, and conclusions drawn
Audit Planning: Assist in planning audit engagements by gathering necessary information and identifying key areas of risk and control weaknesses
Monitoring & Progress Tracking: Monitor audit progress to ensure timely completion within the allocated time frame and provide regular updates to the Director of Internal Audit

Requirements
Experience: Minimum of 5 years of internal audit experience, preferably within the construction and real estate industries, previous experience with a "Big 4" audit firm is an advantage
Education: Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field Professional certification such as CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor), or equivalents are highly preferred
Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in audit methodologies, risk assessment techniques, and report writing Knowledge of financial systems and relevant regulatory frameworks
Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present findings and recommendations clearly and concisely
Problem-Solving: Demonstrated ability to identify internal control weaknesses and provide practical recommendations for process improvements
Teamwork & Delegation: Ability to work within teams, delegate effectively, and ensure timely completion of audit tasks Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments concurrently
Attention to Detail: Ability to maintain high-quality work standards in documentation, testing, and reporting