Audit Manager - Financial Audit

Support the Head of Financial & Treasury Audit by delivering independent, risk-based assurance over Financial processes and controls. The role places particular emphasis on data-enabled and continuous auditing approaches, and strong coverage of financial reporting risks and key controls. Accountabilities and Key Roles: Lead and deliver assigned audits end-to-end in line with the approved audit plan and Internal Audit methodology. Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of controls over the general ledger, financial close, reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting/disclosures. Review Finance-owned regulatory and management reporting, accounting estimates, and key accounting interfaces within the engagement scope. Evaluate the completeness, accuracy, timeliness, and governance of financial data, including ownership, review practices, access controls, and change management controls relevant to the engagement. Apply financial data analytics to enhance audit coverage, precision, and continuous monitoring where applicable. Coordinate effectively with stakeholders to obtain data, walkthroughs, and audit evidence, and communicate issues clearly and constructively. Support the timely closure of audit issues through effective follow-up and validation of remediation. Job Requirements: Education: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field from a recognized university. CIA, CPA, ACCA, CMA or other equivalent professional certificate is preferable. Experience: 7 - 10 years of relevant experience in internal audit, external audit, financial control, or a combination Experience in a banking group with international branches/subsidiaries, particularly in financial reporting and consolidation. Exposure to automated/continuous auditing and data-enabled assurance techniques applied to Finance and financial reporting. Competencies:. Strong understanding of banking financial statements, financial close processes, general ledger controls, reconciliations, and financial reporting. Working knowledge of IFRS as applied to banking. Ability to interpret and challenge analytics outputs and translate insights into targeted, evidence-based testing beyond traditional, manual audit procedures. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Arabic. Strong stakeholder management skills and high standards of confidentiality. Show more Show less