We are currently recruiting for a semi-government real estate developer in Abu Dhabi, UAE, seeking a detail-oriented Associate – Internal Audit. The successful candidate will support audit engagements, internal control reviews, and process assessments, helping identify risks and streng...
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The Role We are currently recruiting for a semi-government real estate developer in Abu Dhabi, UAE, seeking a detail-oriented Associate – Internal Audit. The successful candidate will support audit engagements, internal control reviews, and process assessments, helping identify risks and strengthen internal controls while working closely with the Senior Manager, Internal Audit. Key Responsibilities: • Support the development of the risk-based Annual Audit Plan through research, data analysis, and risk assessments. Support the development of the risk-based Annual Audit Plan through research, data analysis, and risk assessments. • Execute internal audit engagements, including process walkthroughs, control testing, sample selection, and documentation of audit evidence. • Prepare accurate and well-structured audit working papers that support audit findings and conclusions. • Assist in drafting audit reports, including observations, root cause analyses, risk assessments, and recommendations. • Evaluate the design and effectiveness of internal controls and identify process improvements and control deficiencies. • Assess operational, financial, and compliance risks across business functions and escalate significant findings where appropriate. • Support reviews of new systems, business processes, and transformation initiatives to ensure appropriate risk and control measures are embedded. • Monitor the implementation of agreed management action plans and follow up on the progress of remediation activities. • Assist in coordinating with external auditors by providing audit documentation and responding to information requests. • Contribute to audit reporting through data analysis, preparation of supporting documentation, and management reporting. • Ensure audit activities comply with the International Professional Practices Framework (IIA Standards), COSO Framework, and relevant UAE regulations.
Requirements • Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering, Construction or a related field, PMP preferred. • 3-5 years of relevant work experience in internal/ external audit, risk advisory, internal controls, or project audit, preferably within real estate, development, construction, infrastructure, hospitality, or asset-intensive sectors • Working Knowledge of IIA Standards and COSO Framework • Familiarity with UAE Real Estate and Property Development Regulations • Critical Thinking • Risk & Controls Fundamentals
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