Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

Position Summary:

The Internal Audit Manager will be instrumental in coordinating and overseeing internal audit activities, leveraging the expertise of a specialized audit firm to strengthen our internal controls and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements. This individual will identify risk areas, recommend process improvements, and monitor remediation efforts to enhance our governance and risk management framework.

Key Responsibilities:

Audit Planning & Coordination:

- Develop and maintain a risk-based internal audit plan, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards and industry best practices.

- Collaborate closely with a specialized external audit firm to plan and execute audit assignments, ensuring that all critical business functions, including financial, operational, and compliance areas, are comprehensively reviewed.

- Coordinate the scheduling, scope definition, and resource allocation for each audit engagement.

Risk Assessment & Control Evaluation:

- Work with the external audit firm and internal stakeholders to identify and evaluate key risks across business units (e.g., product, operations, IT security).

- Review and evaluate the adequacy and efficiency of controls, policies, and procedures, recommending enhancements as necessary.

- Monitor management s remediation efforts and verify the timely and effective resolution of identified audit issues.

- Regulatory Compliance & Reporting:

- Stay informed of evolving regulatory requirements and industry guidance relevant to Fin-Tech operations.

- Prepare and review audit reports in conjunction with the external firm, summarizing findings, conclusions, and recommendations for senior management and, when appropriate, the Board or Audit Committee.

- Support interactions with external auditors and regulatory bodies, ensuring a transparent and proactive approach to compliance.

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication:

- Build strong relationships with functional teams (Finance, Operations, Compliance, IT Security) to cultivate a culture of risk awareness and continuous improvement.

- Communicate audit objectives, scope, findings, and recommendations clearly and effectively to internal stakeholders.

- Act as a liaison between the external audit firm and internal departments, ensuring seamless collaboration and knowledge transfer.

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience:

Bachelor s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
3-5 years of relevant experience in internal audit, risk management, or compliance, preferably within a regulated financial services or fintech environment.
Strong understanding of internal control frameworks, risk assessment methodologies, and relevant regulatory requirements.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
Strong communication and presentation capabilities, able to explain complex information simply and effectively.
Self-starter, detail-oriented, and able to work independently without direct reports.
Proven ability to coordinate with external service providers and internal stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
Professional certifications (e.g., CIA, CPA, CISA) are big pluses.
Saudi Nationality ONLY.

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