Job Description
Junior Consultant – Internal Audit (Quality Assurance)
Location: UAE
Role Purpose
We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Junior Consultant – Internal Audit (Quality Assurance) to support the Internal Audit function in audit administration, quality assurance activities, governance documentation, reporting, and audit coordination. The role will play a key part in maintaining Internal Audit processes, monitoring action plans, supporting continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring compliance with Internal Audit standards and methodologies.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the administration and coordination of Internal Audit activities.
- Create and maintain audit engagements, plans, and audit files in the Teammate+ system.
- Maintain audit documentation, templates, risk and control matrices, and other governance records.
- Coordinate stakeholder surveys and compile results for reporting purposes.
- Monitor management action plans and follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations.
- Assist in the preparation of audit follow-up reports and Internal Audit dashboard reporting.
- Support the Quality Assurance and Improvement Program (QAIP) by reviewing audit files for compliance with Internal Audit standards, policies, and methodologies.
- Track audit findings, recommendations, and remediation status.
- Assist in reviewing and updating Internal Audit manuals, policies, procedures, and related governance documents.
- Support process improvement initiatives and contribute to the enhancement of Internal Audit practices.
- Liaise with Internal Auditors and external consultants to facilitate the smooth execution of audit activities.
- Ensure audit records and documentation are maintained accurately and in a timely manner.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Commerce, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Professional qualification such as ACCA, CA, CPA, or MBA Finance.
- CIA or PMP certification will be an added advantage.
Experience
- 2-3 years of experience in Internal Audit, Risk Management, Internal Controls, Governance, or a related field.
- Experience with audit management systems such as Teammate+ is preferred.
- Exposure to audit quality assurance activities will be an advantage.
