وظيفة مدقق عام شاغرة لدى Libera Consultants في الشرقية السعودية

We are conducting a search on behalf of a leading petrochemical company in Saudi Arabia for an experienced General Auditor to lead the Internal Audit function, strengthen corporate governance, and provide independent assurance to Senior Management and the Board Audit Committee.

Role Overview:

This is a senior leadership position responsible for overseeing the Internal Audit function, enterprise risk management assurance, internal controls, and corporate governance across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the Internal Audit function, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives, regulatory requirements, and international auditing standards
• Develop and implement internal audit strategies, charters, policies, methodologies, and procedures
• Establish and execute a comprehensive risk-based annual audit plan covering business operations, financial controls, governance, and compliance
• Provide independent assurance and advisory services to the Board Audit Committee and Senior Management
• Evaluate the effectiveness of enterprise risk management, internal controls, fraud prevention, and corporate governance frameworks
• Oversee internal audit engagements, advisory reviews, and special investigations
• Review and approve audit findings, reports, recommendations, and corrective action plans
• Monitor the implementation of audit recommendations and management action plans
• Ensure compliance with Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards, professional practices, and applicable Saudi regulations
• Identify emerging business risks and recommend improvements to operational effectiveness and governance
• Coordinate with external auditors, shareholders, consultants, and joint venture stakeholders
• Lead, mentor, and develop the Internal Audit team, ensuring effective departmental performance and continuous professional development
• Oversee audit resource planning, departmental budgets, and performance reporting

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline - mandatory
• Master's degree or MBA is advantageous
• Professional certification required: CIA, CISA, CPA, CMA, CFE, or an equivalent relevant qualification
• Extensive experience in internal auditing, risk management, internal controls, and corporate governance
• Proven experience leading an Internal Audit function and managing professional audit teams
• Strong understanding of risk-based auditing methodologies, IIA standards, and regulatory compliance
• Demonstrated experience reporting and presenting audit findings to Board Audit Committees and senior executive leadership
• Strong knowledge of fraud prevention, investigation methodologies, and enterprise risk assessment
• Experience managing complex audit engagements across multiple business functions
• Ability to establish and continuously improve internal audit frameworks, policies, and governance processes
• Excellent leadership, strategic thinking, stakeholder management, and communication skills
• Experience within petrochemicals, oil & gas, manufacturing, or other complex industrial organizations is advantageous