Finance & Accounting Internal Auditor

About the role

We are seeking a highly skilled Finance & Accounting Internal Auditor to strengthen financial governance, compliance, and operational integrity across our group of training and professional development companies in Dubai. The role requires a detail‑oriented audit professional with solid UAE experience who can work independently while collaborating with finance teams across multiple entities.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct risk‑based financial audits of records, accounting processes, and reporting activities.
• Evaluate internal controls related to revenue, expenditures, payroll, procurement, and cash management.
• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting procedures for accuracy and compliance.
• Verify adherence to IFRS standards, UAE VAT regulations, and internal financial policies.
• Identify control weaknesses, operational risks, and opportunities for process improvement, recommending practical solutions.
• Assess financial and operational risks across multiple entities and monitor implementation of audit recommendations.
• Prepare comprehensive audit reports with observations, risk assessments, and actionable recommendations.
• Maintain complete and organized audit documentation and working papers in line with professional standards.

Required profile

• CPA qualification (or equivalent internationally recognized professional certification) – mandatory.
• Minimum 5 years of internal audit experience within finance and accounting functions in the UAE.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and UAE VAT legislation.
• Experience auditing multi‑company or group structures is highly preferred.
• Hands‑on experience with Odoo ERP and related audit tools.
• Excellent analytical, communication, presentation, and report‑writing skills.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Required skills

• CPA certification
• IFRS knowledge
• UAE VAT legislation
• Odoo ERP
• Audit tools