Senior Internal Auditor

We are supporting a confidential client in Oman in identifying a suitable candidate for a key position within their organization.

The client operates in the investment industry and is seeking a professional who can contribute to ongoing business needs and team objectives. Further details as per the details below.

Job Purpose:

The Senior Internal Auditor is responsible for supporting the execution of the annual internal audit plan by conducting risk-based audits, evaluating the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal control processes, and providing practical recommendations to strengthen operational efficiency and regulatory compliance across the organization.

The role will work closely with business and support functions to assess key risks within the Company activities functions.

Core Responsibilities:

Internal Audit Execution

• Execute risk-based internal audit assignments in line with the approved audit plan and methodology.
• Perform process walkthroughs, control testing, and risk assessments.
• Identify control gaps, operational inefficiencies, and compliance issues, and recommend practical improvements.
• Prepare audit working papers and draft audit reports.
• Follow up on implementation of agreed management actions.

Risk & Control Assessment

• Evaluate the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal control processes.
• Assess compliance with internal policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.
• Support continuous improvement of internal controls and operational processes.

Stakeholder Management & Reporting

• Maintain effective relationships with management and process owners.
• Participate in audit meetings and communicate audit observations professionally.
• Support preparation of periodic reports and presentations to management and the Board Audit & Risk Committee (BARC).
• Ensure audit documentation complies with professional standards and internal quality requirements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Auditing, Business Administration, or related discipline
• Professional certification preferred, such as: Internal Auditing Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), ACCA, CPA

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in internal audit, external audit, risk advisory, or related assurance roles

Key Skills:

Technical:

• Strong understanding of governance, risk management, and internal controls.
• Knowledge of auditing standards and professional practices.
• Familiarity with risk-based auditing methodologies and internal control frameworks.
• Ability to analyze processes, identify risks, and recommend practical improvements.
• Strong report writing and communication skills.
• Good analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and audit management tools.
• Data analytics experience is considered an advantage.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements applicable to asset management companies in Oman is an advantage.

Behavioral:

• High integrity and professional ethics.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple assignments.
• Effective stakeholder management and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Continuous learning mindset and proactive attitude.