Internal Auditor; Chartered Accountant
Job in
Dubai, Dubai, UAE/Dubai
Listed on 2026-05-16
Listing for:
Element MEA
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-05-16
Job specializations:
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Finance & Banking
Auditor Accountant, Financial Reporting, Financial Compliance, Financial Analyst -
Accounting
Auditor Accountant, Financial Reporting, Financial Compliance, Financial Analyst
Job Description & How to Apply Below
About the Role
We are looking for a qualified Chartered Accountant to join as an Internal Auditor for a fast‑growing, multi‑brand retail and trading group in the UAE. The business operates across multiple outlets and product categories, including high‑value inventory segments. This role will be responsible for strengthening internal controls, ensuring compliance, and driving risk‑based audit practices across retail operations, inventory, and financial processes.
Key Responsibilities Internal Audit & Risk Management- Develop and execute risk‑based internal audit plans across business units
- Evaluate effectiveness of internal controls, policies, and procedures
- Identify control gaps, process inefficiencies, and risk exposures
- Conduct audits across multiple retail outlets and warehouses
- Review store operations, cash handling, and POS transactions
- Assess adherence to SOPs and operational controls
- Perform periodic stock audits for high‑value and fast‑moving inventory
- Investigate stock variances, shrinkage, and discrepancies
- Ensure proper inventory valuation and tracking mechanisms
- Review financial records, transactions, and reconciliations
- Ensure compliance with UAE VAT regulations and financial policies
- Support external audits and regulatory requirements
- Identify potential fraud risks and control weaknesses
- Conduct investigations into suspicious transactions or irregularities
- Recommend corrective and preventive measures
- Prepare detailed audit reports with findings and actionable recommendations
- Present audit insights to senior management
- Follow up on audit observations and ensure timely closure
- Recommend improvements in financial, operational, and compliance processes
- Support implementation of audit tools, systems, and automation
- Chartered Accountant (CA) – Mandatory
- 4–8 years of experience in internal audit / risk / compliance
- Prior experience in retail, trading, FMCG, or multi‑entity businesses preferred
- Experience with inventory audits and operational audits is a strong advantage
- Exposure to UAE VAT regulations and compliance
- Strong understanding of internal controls and audit frameworks
- High attention to detail and analytical mindset
- Ability to identify risks and recommend practical solutions
- Strong communication and report‑writing skills
- Proficiency in Excel and audit/reporting tools
- Experience with ERP systems is preferred
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