Team: Internal Audit
Activity: Full-time
Role grade: Manager (6)
Direct reports: 0
Indirect reports: 0
Reporting to: Director Internal Audit
Role location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Job Purpose: Execute and ensure the delivery of Internal Audit (IA) assurance and advisory services within the EWCF. This includes managing annual planning, engagement execution and follow-up activities for a portfolio or engagements.
Develop strong relationships with key stakeholders from across the business and provide insights that add value and make a positive difference.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a risk-based annual audit plan, aligned with organizational priorities and approved by the Audit, Risk, & Compliance Committee (ARCC).
- Lead and perform internal audit engagements (financial, operational, compliance, IT, and performance audits) end-to-end- including scoping, fieldwork, testing, and reporting.
- Assess the effectiveness of internal controls, governance processes, and risk management practices across all functions.
- Identify control weaknesses, inefficiencies, and non-compliance issues, and propose actionable recommendations.
- Prepare clear, concise, and impactful audit reports with prioritized findings and recommendations.
- Present audit outcomes to management and the Audit & Risk Committee, ensuring appropriate follow-up on remediation actions.
- Monitor and track the implementation of agreed corrective actions and report progress regularly.
- Support the continuous improvement of governance frameworks, policies, and internal control systems.
- Work closely with the Legal, Procurement, and People & Culture teams to ensure adherence to internal policies and conflict-of-interest standards.
- Collaborate with management to identify key operational and strategic risks.
- Provide advisory support on process improvements, control enhancements, and system implementations.
- Promote a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement across the organization.
- Ensure audit processes follow international auditing standards such as IIA Global Internal Audit Standards.
- Manage, mentor, and train junior audit staff or external consultants engaged in audit projects.
- Continuously review audit methodologies and tools for efficiency and quality improvement.
- Undertakes all relevant activities in line with the Function's policies and procedures, including the IA methodology and IA Delegation of Authority.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Marketing, or a related field.
- Professional certifications are preferred such as: CIA, CPA, CISA, or any related certifications.
- 5+ years of experience in internal audit.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
- Proven track record of conducting complex audits and preparing management reports.
- Fluent in Arabic and English.
- High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple audits simultaneously and work with cross-functional teams.
- Strong project management skills.
- Good knowledge of risk assessment frameworks and proven ability in leading risk assessments.
- Proven ability in designing and delivering high-quality IA plans.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong knowledge of process mapping, control identification, and assessment.
- Good people management skills, including conflict management.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Our Perks:
- Relocation support
- Transportation allowance
- Competitive compensation
- Housing allowance
- VIP medical insurance
- Opportunity to work on a new exciting project with a group of passionate professionals. You will get the freedom to excel and make a real impact
Diversity disclaimer
Our mission is to build a diverse organization where our members, regardless of background or identity, have a sense of belonging. We genuinely believe that thanks to creating a collaborative environment where different perspectives are valued, we can achieve more. Together, we want to reshape the boundaries of what is achievable in the esports domain.
