13 Auditors jobs in Bahrain
Internal Audit Manager
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Lead and manage audits across financial, operational, compliance, IT, and risk areas. Develop audit plans, assess governance and controls, identify gaps, and recommend improvements. Act as SPOC for clients, deliver reports,and mentor teams.
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Manager - Internal Audit
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As Internal Audit Manager you will be responsible for evaluating and enhancing the Company's internal controls, risk management, and financial reporting processes to strengthen the control environment. This role ensures compliance with laws and policies, safeguards assets, and improves operational efficiency and profitability. Key responsibilities include conducting audits, identifying discrepancies, providing recommendations, and overseeing the audit process from planning to follow-up.
Key Accountabilities:
- Development, monitoring and implementation of effective internal audit strategies that are aligned with the Company's business strategy.
- Re-establish a professional and trustworthy in-house internal audit department equipped with the necessary resources and tools, following the transition from an outsourced model.
- Develop, formulate and execute the Company's annual risk-based audit plan, in line with underlying goals.
- Plans the scope of audit assignments by performing a preliminary survey and risk assessment of operations, functions and activities under review.
- Ensures that programs for identifying and managing material risks and controls that could adversely affect the achievement of the Company's goals are continually assessed.
- Assess the adequacy of policies and procedures implemented within the Company.
- Review, assess and report internal control deficiencies, whether identified by business line, internal audit, or other control personnel in a timely manner and execute remedial actions.
- Review financial statements and supporting documentation for relevance, reliability and integrity.
- Prepare internal audit reports for initial submission to process owners, leadership, and external auditors, ensuring alignment with Senior Management's requirements to enhance operational and financial controls, improve processes, and facilitate reporting transparency and efficient resource utilization.
- Serve as the catalyst for process improvement activities by providing insight and recommendations based on audit findings.
- Preparing agenda, reports and presentations for the Audit Committee.
- Liaising with external auditor for any statuary audits or regulatory compliance assessments.
- Establishing and reviewing the Internal Audit manual and guidelines and ensuring the implementation of all policies and procedures.
Qualification & Experience
- Bachelor's degree or higher in accounting or finance or a related discipline.
- Possessing an accredited professional designation in accounting or internal auditing (i.e. ACCA/ACA/CPA/CIA/CISA).
- Minimum 15 years relevant experience in the financial sector, of which at least 5 years in insurance/reinsurance including at least 2 years in an internal audit management position.
- In-depth working knowledge of current and emerging internal auditing practices in a regulated industry and related international auditing standards.
- Preferably, an already approved person by the Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB).
Internal Audit Manager
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ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead and manage internal audit engagements across multiple verticals including operational, financial, regulatory, compliance, IT, fraud risk management, IFC testing, SOP designing and reviewing, and enterprise risk management.
- Develop and execute risk-based internal audit plans, frameworks, and methodologies aligned with industry standards, client objectives, and regulatory requirements, particularly within the BFSI sector.
- Conduct assessments of governance structures, risk management processes, and internal control frameworks, ensuring alignment with BFSI and non-BFSI industry practices.
- Identify process gaps, control deficiencies, and compliance risks, and provide practical, value-added recommendations for improvement.
- Prepare and present clear, concise, and actionable audit reports to senior management and client leadership.
- Act as the Single Point of Contact (SPOC) for client engagements, audit committee meetings, board level presentations, ensuring service delivery, issue resolution, and relationship management.
- Provide direction to the IT team for digital workflows, plan, allocate, and review work of the audit team, ensuring quality, timeliness, and compliance with professional standards.
- Mentor, coach, and contribute to the professional growth and performance development of team members.
- Drive knowledge sharing within the team, fostering awareness of emerging risks, BFSI-specific regulatory updates, and audit best practices.
- Close out audit assignments independently with minimal supervision, ensuring deliverables are met to the highest standards.
- Stay updated with emerging risks, regulatory developments, and statutory changes relevant to BFSI and other industries.
DESIRED PROFILE
- Professional certification: CA, CPA, ACCA or equivalent professional qualification. CIA & CISA will be an added advantage.
- Experience: 3-5 years of relevant experience in internal audit, risk consulting within a consulting/audit firm. Strong knowledge of internal audit frameworks and BFSI regulatory requirements.
- Core Competencies: Demonstrated ability to manage multiple engagements and client portfolios independently. Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: BD1, BD1, per month
Application Question(s):
- Can you independently manage an internal audit assignment from planning to presentation to an audit committee, while managing a team?
Experience:
- internal audit: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- CA or CPA qualification (Required)
- CIA qualification (Preferred)
- CISA qualification (Preferred)
Internal Audit Manager - Financial Services
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Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute the annual internal audit plan based on risk assessments.
- Lead and manage the execution of financial, operational, and compliance audits.
- Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and risk management processes.
- Identify control weaknesses, inefficiencies, and non-compliance issues.
- Develop practical and actionable recommendations for remediation.
- Prepare clear and concise audit reports for senior management and the Audit Committee.
- Supervise, train, and mentor a team of internal auditors.
- Communicate audit findings and recommendations effectively to stakeholders.
- Follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations.
- Stay updated on relevant regulations, industry best practices, and emerging risks.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Professional certification such as CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), CPA, or CISA is highly preferred.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in internal audit, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or management role.
- Strong understanding of internal auditing principles, standards, and methodologies.
- Experience auditing financial services institutions and knowledge of relevant regulations.
- Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including report writing.
- Proven leadership and team management abilities.
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
Technology Internal Audit Lead
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Business Unit
stc Bahrain
Sector
INTERNAL AUDIT
Location
Bahrain - Manama
Contract Type
Full Time
Closing Date
17-Sep-2025
Job Specifications:
- Engage actively in end-to-end IT audit engagements, including planning, scoping, and execution of risk-based technology audits across IT infrastructure, core networks, applications, cybersecurity, data governance, and emerging technologies.
- Drive end-to-end technology audit cycle , ensuring effective risk assessment, control evaluation, and delivering clear, actionable insights to senior management.
- Develop compliance models and business improvement plans and programs with process owners around Technology domains i.e., IT & Core Network Infrastructure , Cybersecurity , Applications & Business Systems, Data & Governance, Continuity & Resilience and oversee the implementation.
- Provide direction and oversight in applying Risk & Audit Frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST CSF, COBIT 2019, ITIL v4, PCI DSS, CSA Cloud Controls Matrix, Bahrain PDPL, and other internal audit standards.
- Prepare documents and presents audit findings in a clear and structured format, ensuring reports are concise, actionable, and tailored for senior management and board-level audiences.
- Translate complex technical findings (e.g., red/blue team results, misconfigurations, VAPTs) and high-risk audit outcomes into executive-ready assurance insights and practical remediation roadmaps.
- Collaborate with Technology and Business leaders to discuss and align audit recommendations.
- Act as a trusted advisor to senior management, presenting clear risk analysis, remediation strategies, and recommendations for strengthening the overall technology control environment.
Qualification & Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Management Information Systems from a recognized university
- 8–10 years of overall audit experience around Technology Audit with 3 -5 yrs of supervisory experience
- Mandatory Professional Certification: CISA
- Preferred/Value-Add Professional Certifications: CISM, CISSP, CRISC, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, CDPSE/CIPM (IAPP), Cloud Security (AWS/Azure/GCP)
- Additional exposure to penetration testing, threat-hunting, and digital forensics is an advantage.
Role Impact:
- The Technology Internal Audit Lead role plays a critical part in ensuring the integrity, security, and efficiency of our organization's technological infrastructure.
- By assessing risks and evaluating the effectiveness of technology controls, this position helps safeguard company assets and enhances operational efficiency.
- The insights provided by the Technology Internal Audit Lead contribute to strategic decision-making, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Furthermore, this role supports the continuous improvement of technology processes and systems, promoting a culture of risk awareness and proactive problem-solving within the organization.
Key Job Competencies:
- Technical Proficiency: Deep understanding of IT systems, networks, and infrastructure, including cybersecurity principles and practices.
- Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze complex data sets and draw meaningful conclusions to identify potential risks and areas for improvement.
- Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication abilities to effectively convey audit findings to stakeholders at all levels.
- Problem-Solving: Capability to develop innovative solutions to address identified issues and enhance technology controls.
- Attention to Detail: Meticulous approach to evaluating systems and processes to ensure thoroughness and accuracy in audit assessments.
- Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with relevant laws, regulations, and standards related to technology and cybersecurity audits.
About Application Process
If you meet the criteria and you are enthusiastic about the role, we would welcome your application.
Technology Internal Audit Lead
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Job Specifications:
- Engage actively in end-to-end IT audit engagements, including planning, scoping, and execution of risk-based technology audits across IT infrastructure, core networks, applications, cybersecurity, data governance, and emerging technologies.
- Drive end-to-end technology audit cycle , ensuring effective risk assessment, control evaluation, and delivering clear, actionable insights to senior management.
- Develop compliance models and business improvement plans and programs with process owners around Technology domains i.e., IT & Core Network Infrastructure , Cybersecurity , Applications & Business Systems, Data & Governance, Continuity & Resilience and oversee the implementation.
- Provide direction and oversight in applying Risk & Audit Frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST CSF, COBIT 2019, ITIL v4, PCI DSS, CSA Cloud Controls Matrix, Bahrain PDPL, and other internal audit standards.
- Prepare documents and presents audit findings in a clear and structured format, ensuring reports are concise, actionable, and tailored for senior management and board-level audiences.
- Translate complex technical findings (e.g., red/blue team results, misconfigurations, VAPTs) and high-risk audit outcomes into executive-ready assurance insights and practical remediation roadmaps.
- Collaborate with Technology and Business leaders to discuss and align audit recommendations.
- Act as a trusted advisor to senior management, presenting clear risk analysis, remediation strategies, and recommendations for strengthening the overall technology control environment.
Qualification & Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Management Information Systems from a recognized university
- 8–10 years of overall audit experience around Technology Audit with 3 -5 yrs of supervisory experience
- Mandatory Professional Certification: CISA
- Preferred/Value-Add Professional Certifications: CISM, CISSP, CRISC, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, CDPSE/CIPM (IAPP), Cloud Security (AWS/Azure/GCP)
- Additional exposure to penetration testing, threat-hunting, and digital forensics is an advantage.
Role Impact:
- The Technology Internal Audit Lead role plays a critical part in ensuring the integrity, security, and efficiency of our organization's technological infrastructure.
- By assessing risks and evaluating the effectiveness of technology controls, this position helps safeguard company assets and enhances operational efficiency.
- The insights provided by the Technology Internal Audit Lead contribute to strategic decision-making, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Furthermore, this role supports the continuous improvement of technology processes and systems, promoting a culture of risk awareness and proactive problem-solving within the organization.
Key Job Competencies:
- Technical Proficiency
: Deep understanding of IT systems, networks, and infrastructure, including cybersecurity principles and practices. - Analytical Skills
: Ability to analyze complex data sets and draw meaningful conclusions to identify potential risks and areas for improvement. - Communication Skills
: Strong verbal and written communication abilities to effectively convey audit findings to stakeholders at all levels. - Problem-Solving
: Capability to develop innovative solutions to address identified issues and enhance technology controls. - Attention to Detail
: Meticulous approach to evaluating systems and processes to ensure thoroughness and accuracy in audit assessments. - Regulatory Knowledge
: Familiarity with relevant laws, regulations, and standards related to technology and cybersecurity audits.
Remote Senior Accountant - Internal Audit
Posted 2 days ago
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- Plan, execute, and document internal audits for financial, operational, and compliance areas.
- Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and recommend improvements.
- Identify and evaluate risks and propose mitigation strategies to management.
- Test and verify the accuracy of financial records and transactions.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and relevant regulations.
- Prepare clear and concise audit reports, detailing findings, recommendations, and action plans.
- Follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations to ensure corrective actions are taken.
- Communicate audit findings and recommendations to management effectively.
- Stay current with accounting standards, auditing principles, and regulatory changes.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with business process owners.
- Assist external auditors as needed.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, or CISA are highly desirable.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in accounting, with at least 3 years focused on internal audit.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles (e.g., GAAP, IFRS), internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO), and risk management.
- Proven experience in planning and executing internal audits.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex issues clearly.
- Proficiency in audit management software and data analysis tools.
- High degree of professionalism, integrity, and objectivity.
- Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a remote environment.
- Experience in (mention a specific industry if relevant, e.g., tech, manufacturing) is a plus.
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Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - Financial Audit
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Responsibilities:
- Plan and execute financial audits in accordance with GAAP and other relevant accounting standards.
- Examine financial records, including expenditures, receipts, and other accounting data, to determine the accuracy of financial information.
- Assess the effectiveness of internal controls and recommend improvements to mitigate risks.
- Prepare detailed audit reports, including findings, conclusions, and actionable recommendations.
- Communicate audit results to management and clients, providing clear explanations of complex financial issues.
- Stay abreast of changes in accounting regulations, standards, and best practices.
- Assist with tax preparation and planning for clients as needed.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless audit processes.
- Provide guidance and support to junior accounting staff.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field; CPA certification is mandatory.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in public accounting, with a focus on financial auditing.
- Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
- Proficiency in accounting software and audit management tools (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, AuditBoard).
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet strict deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience with data analytics tools is a plus.
This hybrid position is located in Zallaq, Southern, BH , and requires occasional presence in the office for team meetings and client engagements.
Senior Financial Accountant - Audit & Compliance
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Responsibilities:
- Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll accounting.
- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.
- Ensure timely and accurate closing of the general ledger in accordance with established timelines.
- Reconcile bank statements, balance sheet accounts, and other financial data.
- Develop, implement, and maintain internal accounting controls and policies.
- Coordinate with external auditors, providing necessary documentation and explanations for audit procedures.
- Ensure compliance with local and international accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, GAAP).
- Assist in budgeting and forecasting processes.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in accounting operations.
- Stay current with changes in accounting regulations and best practices.
- Train and mentor junior accounting staff.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Professional accounting certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CMA) is highly preferred.
- Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in accounting, with a strong focus on financial accounting and reporting.
- Proven experience in preparing for and supporting external audits.
- In-depth knowledge of accounting principles and standards (IFRS, GAAP).
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks Enterprise) and advanced Excel skills.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities.
- Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with internal teams and external auditors.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a remote setting.
- Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools is a significant advantage.
Senior Financial Accountant - Audit & Compliance
Posted 9 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS/GAAP.
- Manage the end-to-end audit process, coordinating with external auditors and ensuring timely resolution of queries.
- Develop and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure data integrity.
- Perform detailed financial analysis, including variance analysis, trend analysis, and profitability analysis.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant tax regulations and statutory requirements.
- Reconcile bank statements, general ledger accounts, and sub-ledgers.
- Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in accounting operations.
- Provide guidance and support to junior accounting staff.
- Stay current with accounting standards and best practices.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Professional accounting certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CMA) is highly preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in financial accounting, with a strong emphasis on audit and compliance.
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills.
- In-depth knowledge of IFRS/GAAP principles and practices.
- Experience in managing external audits and working with auditors.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Strong understanding of internal control systems.
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet tight deadlines in a remote setting.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
This fully remote position based in Tubli, Capital, BH offers a significant opportunity for professional growth. Join our client's dedicated finance department and contribute to their commitment to financial excellence.