Senior Internal Auditor

About the role

A leading group of hospitals in the UAE is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Internal Auditor to join its team. This is a confidential opportunity for a professional with a strong background in internal audit, risk management, compliance, and process improvement within a complex and dynamic environment.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and conduct operational, financial, and compliance audits across various departments.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, policies, and procedures.
• Identify risks, control weaknesses, and opportunities for process improvement.
• Assess compliance with regulatory requirements, internal policies, and industry standards.
• Prepare comprehensive audit reports and present findings and recommendations to management.
• Monitor the implementation of corrective actions and follow up on outstanding audit observations.
• Support enterprise risk management initiatives and governance activities.
• Participate in special reviews, investigations, and ad‑hoc audit assignments as required.
• Assist in developing and enhancing audit methodologies and best practices.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Auditing, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional certification such as CIA, CPA, ACCA, CA, or equivalent is highly preferred.
• Minimum 3‑5 years of experience in Internal Audit, External Audit, Risk Management, or Compliance.
• Previous experience within the healthcare sector is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of internal controls, audit frameworks, corporate governance, and risk management principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and report‑writing abilities.

Required skills

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Office applications