Assistant Auditor

Department

Internal Audit

Group Internal Auditor

JAFZA, Dubai, UAE

Industrial / Manufacturing / Trading / Corporate Group

The Assistant Auditor will support the Internal Audit function by assisting in the evaluation of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes across the organization. This role is suitable for an early-career audit professional and involves participating in audit assignments in line with corporate policies, JAFZA regulations, and international best practices to support compliance, operational efficiency, and financial integrity within an industrial and corporate business environment.

• Assist in the planning and execution of internal audit assignments across finance, operations, procurement, inventory, and manufacturing / trading functions.
• Perform basic walkthroughs, control testing, and documentation of internal controls and business processes under supervision.
• Support compliance reviews with:
  • Company policies and procedures
  • JAFZA rules and regulations
  • UAE commercial and tax regulations (including VAT and Excise)
• Assist in reviewing financial records, transactions, and reports for accuracy and completeness.
• Help identify control weaknesses, operational inefficiencies, and potential risk areas.
• Prepare audit working papers, schedules, and preliminary audit observations.
• Support follow-up audits to monitor implementation of agreed corrective actions.
• Coordinate with process owners and departments during audit engagements as assigned.
• Assist in special audits, investigations, and ad-hoc management requests when required.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to corporate ethics and professional standards.
• Support the continuous improvement of internal audit documentation, templates, and methodologies.

• Exposure to industrial operations including manufacturing, logistics, warehousing, trading, and supply chain activities.
• Understanding of group structures, multiple entities, and basic intercompany transactions.
• Familiarity with free zone operations, particularly JAFZA compliance and reporting requirements.

• ACCA (Student / Professional Level)
• CA Inter / Finalist
• MBA (Finance) / M.Com

• 0–2 years of relevant experience in UAE or Home Country
• Internal Audit, Accounting, or Finance roles
• Fresh graduates with strong internship or article-ship experience may also be considered.
• Exposure to corporate, industrial, or free zone environments is an advantage.

• Basic to intermediate experience with ERP / accounting systems such as
• SAP
• Quick Books
• Odoo
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (basic formulas, pivot tables, lookups).
• Ability to understand and document business processes and controls.

• Strong analytical and learning mindset.
• Basic understanding of internal controls and audit concepts.
• Attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under supervision as part of an audit team.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality.

• Corporate office with exposure to industrial sites within JAFZA.
• Interaction with cross-functional teams including finance, operations, procurement, and management.