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
Retail & Operational Audits
- Conduct audits across multiple retail outlets and warehouses
- Review store operations, cash handling, and POS transactions
- Assess adherence to SOPs and operational controls
Inventory & Asset Audits
- Perform periodic stock audits for high-value and fast-moving inventory
- Investigate stock variances, shrinkage, and discrepancies
- Ensure proper inventory valuation and tracking mechanisms
Financial & Compliance Audits
- Review financial records, transactions, and reconciliations
- Ensure compliance with UAE VAT regulations and financial policies
- Support external audits and regulatory requirements
Fraud Detection & Prevention
- Identify potential fraud risks and control weaknesses
- Conduct investigations into suspicious transactions or irregularities
- Recommend corrective and preventive measures
Reporting & Stakeholder Management
- Prepare detailed audit reports with findings and actionable recommendations
- Present audit insights to senior management
- Follow up on audit observations and ensure timely closure
Process Improvement
- Recommend improvements in financial, operational, and compliance processes
- Support implementation of audit tools, systems, and automation
Qualifications & Experience
- 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
Skills & Competencies
- 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
