Senior Audit Associate

Job Title: Senior Associate / Consultant Internal Audit, Risk Advisory C Forensic Services Location: Dubai / Abu Dhabi, UAE Experience: 3 to 4 Years of post qualification experience About the Role We are seeking a dynamic and motivated professional with experience in Internal Audit, SOP Preparation, Risk Management, and Forensic Reviews to join our growing team in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. The selected candidate will be responsible for executing client engagements, interacting directly with clients, and supporting engagement delivery across various sectors. Key Responsibilities Execute Internal Audit assignments across operational, financial, compliance, and process areas. Conduct risk assessments and develop risk-based audit plans. Prepare and review Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), policies, process narratives, and Risk Control Matrices (RCMs). Participate in forensic reviews, investigations, fraud risk assessments, and data analysis assignments. Identify process inefficiencies, control gaps, and recommend practical improvements. Perform testing of internal controls and evaluate governance and risk management frameworks. Manage day-to-day coordination and meetings with client teams. Support project planning, execution, monitoring, and timely closure of assignments. Ensure delivery quality, adherence to timelines, and client satisfaction. Prepare detailed reports and management presentations Experience Required 3 to 4 years of relevant experience in: • Internal Audit • Risk Advisory / Enterprise Risk Management • SOP Development and Process Documentation • Forensic Audits / Fraud Investigations • Internal Controls and Business Process Reviews Experience in consulting firms, audit firms, or corporate internal audit functions will be preferred. Educational Qualification Candidates should possess any of the following qualifications: • Preferred Qualifications Chartered Accountant (CA) ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) CPA (Certified Public Accountant) CIA (Certified Internal Auditor) CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner) • Alternative Qualifications Bachelor s degree in accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, or related field. Master's Degree (MBA Finance, M.Com, or equivalent) will be an added advantage. Technical Skills • Strong understanding of internal controls, risk management frameworks, and audit methodologies. • Experience in SOP drafting, process mapping, and control assessments. • Knowledge of forensic techniques, fraud risk assessment, and investigation procedures. • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and data analytics tools. • Experience working on ERPs such as: SAP (S/4 HANA, SAP B1) Oracle ERP Microsoft Dynamics shall be considered a significant advantage. Soft Skills • Strong communication and presentation skills. • Ability to independently interact with senior client stakeholders. • Strong analytical and report-writing capabilities. • Ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment. • Willingness to travel within the UAE and GCC, if required. Preferred Candidate Profile • Experience in serving clients across manufacturing, retail, infrastructure, logistics, healthcare, real estate, or service industries. • Professional certifications such as CIA, CFE, CRMA, ACCA, CPA, or certifications in Risk Management will be an added advantage. • Prior exposure to UAE/GCC regulatory and business environment will be preferred.