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Director Internal Audit

  • On-site
    • Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
  • Internal Audit

Job description

Team: Internal Audit

Activity: Full-time

Role grade: Director (8)

Direct reports: 0

Indirect reports: 0

Reporting to: CEO

Role location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia


Job Purpose: As Internal Audit Director your role is to provide independent assurance and advisory services to executives and the board regarding the effectiveness of the foundation’s governance, risk management, and internal control processes.


Duties and Responsibilities


Leadership of Audit Function:

  • Develop, lead, and manage the internal audit department, ensuring all activities align with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.
  • Design and implement risk-based audit plans to assess the adequacy of financial, operational, and compliance controls.
  • Ensure that audit methodologies comply with recognized auditing standards (e.g., IIA Standards, COSO framework).

Audit Planning and Execution:

  • Collaborate with stakeholders to identify audit areas and develop annual audit plans.
  • Lead the execution of internal audits, ensuring the effective allocation of resources, staff supervision, and adherence to timelines.
  • Review audit findings, provide recommendations for improvements, and follow up on the implementation of corrective actions.

Reporting and Communication:

  • Present audit findings and recommendations to senior management, the Audit Committee, and the trustees, ensuring clear communication of risks, weaknesses, and opportunities for improvement.
  • Develop high-quality, comprehensive audit reports that include management responses and action plans for addressing audit issues.

Audit Committee Relationship:

  • Serve as the primary liaison between the internal audit department and the Audit Committee, ensuring the committee is well-informed on audit matters, key risks, and the effectiveness of internal controls.
  • Work closely with the Audit Committee Chair to ensure alignment on audit scope, strategy, and key risk areas.
  • Regularly report to the Audit Committee on the status of audit plans, significant findings, and remediation efforts.
  • Provide independent and objective insights into the organization's risk management and control processes during Audit Committee meetings.

Collaboration with External Auditors:

  • Coordinate with external auditors to ensure efficient use of audit resources and reduce audit duplication.
  • Facilitate the exchange of information between external auditors and internal teams.


Education and Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or equivalent. Master’s degree preferred.

  • Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or related certification.

  • 8+ years of experience in auditing, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Extensive knowledge of auditing standards, regulations, and risk management practices.
  • Extensive experience in internal audit and risk management.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong communication, analytical, and leadership skills, with the ability to present complex information to non-experts, including the Audit Committee.
  • Ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.  
  • Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
  • Fluent in Arabic and English
  • Experience working in Saudi Arabia with a deep understanding of the local regulations


Our Perks:

  • Relocation support
  • Transportation allowance
  • Competitive compensation
  • Housing allowance
  • VIP medical insurance
  • Opportunity to work on a new exciting project with a group of passionate professionals. You will get the freedom to excel and make a real impact


Diversity disclaimer

Our mission is to build a diverse organization where our members, regardless of background or identity, have a sense of belonging. We genuinely believe that thanks to creating a collaborative environment where different perspectives are valued, we can achieve more. Together, we want to reshape the boundaries of what is achievable in the esports domain.

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