Senior Auditor

Job title Senior Auditor Function CEO Office OQBI Department Internal Audit Location Oman-Salalah Reporting to Head of Internal Audit HIA

Execute the internal audit activities processes and procedures acting as owner of Internal Audit IA standards amp protocols performance of audit procedures identifying and defining issues implementing audit criteria reviewing and analysing evidence and documenting client processes and procedures to promote a high standard of auditing continues business improvement risk mitigation according to the business needs. This role is guided in accordance with the OQBI Mission Vision Values and Strategies as well as policies guidelines and both local amp international standards.

It is supported by an IT Technology platform HSSE standards Omani government regulations legal justifications and best international practices. All these elements are aligned with the national objectives of Oman

Responsible for planning conducting supervising and reporting on specific audit assignments Develop comprehensive audit programs covering all the audit objectives risks Ensure audits are completed as assigned and within time Develop comprehensive information data requests based on the approved audit programs Ensure that the IA standards are applied in audit work latest audit methods and computerized audit techniques and tools including mass data analysis are used by the team Ensure specific instructions of the HOIA are addressed during the audit field work Conduct audit field work as per approved audit program work programs Direct and supervise the assigned auditors for the specific engagements Collect sufficient information to support execution of all audit steps as per the approved audit program Update Assurance Audit Management System with detailed condition criteria root cause consequence and recommendations Maintaining work paper documentations and uploading audit steps administrative documents audit evidence supporting documents conclusions etc into Audit Management System on a real time basis Draft Audit report and obtain endorsement Ensure follow-up on findings and corrective actions to ensure continuous improvement in the management of risk and operational excellence Provide guidance to Auditors including mentoring and training Ensure knowledge and information about the corporate major processes new ventures and emerging audit issues and practice is maintained Update where necessary the Risk and Control Matrix Conduct Quality Assurance Improvement QAIP program at the end of each audit engagement

Ability to apply attestation standards through practical application Proactive in researching accounting matters Solid listening skills and ability to identify gaps in logic inquisitive Proactive in asking clarifying questions to ensure work effort is directed wholly toward desired outcome Strong organization and follow up skills including the ability to handle competing priorities while meeting all deadlines Demonstrated ability to lead a small team and ensure successful results Strong oral and written communication skills Strong command of Microsoft Excel Ability to identify issues the cause of such and facilitate communications in a proactive manner to avoid surprises Willingness and ability to adapt to new circumstances information and challenges

Internal All streams and functions External Contractors Vendors & Suppliers

Office environment intensive computer screen use sporadic visits to operation site

Minimum of bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance Professional Qualifications such as ACCA CIA CISA or equivalent are an added advantage

Excellent knowledge of written read and spoken English (required) Arabic
- Native (desirable)

6 years progressive experience Experience of working with Audit Firms or in auditing will be an added advantage Sound understanding and experience in audit principles and best practices

Working knowledge of internal audit standards and auditing techniques practices in the Oil & Gas Industry preferred Basic Industry knowledge including relevant laws and rules and risks Strong analytical and problem-solving capability includes identifying the root cause and risks and providing S-M-A-R-T recommendations A basic knowledge of the various IT systems and applications ability to carry out…