Internal Auditor (CIA) – Manufacturing

About the role

We are looking for a highly experienced Internal Auditor (CIA) to lead the internal audit function for a diversified manufacturing group in Jeddah. The role focuses on strengthening governance, risk management, compliance and internal controls across multiple business units and operations.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement the group’s internal audit strategy, annual audit plans and risk‑based audit framework.
• Lead financial, operational, compliance and process audits across manufacturing plants and group companies.
• Evaluate effectiveness of internal controls, governance processes and risk management systems.
• Review manufacturing operations, procurement, inventory management, production processes, warehousing and supply‑chain controls.
• Identify operational inefficiencies, control gaps, fraud risks and opportunities for cost optimisation and process improvement.
• Prepare detailed audit findings, reports and recommendations for senior management and the Audit Committee.
• Monitor implementation and closure of corrective action plans.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, IFRS standards, regulatory requirements and internal procedures.
• Coordinate with external auditors and support regulatory or special audits as required.
• Conduct investigations, special reviews and fraud risk assessments when necessary.
• Build, lead and mentor the internal audit team, promoting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Provide advisory insights to management to improve operational and financial performance.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Auditing or a related field.
• Mandatory professional certification: CIA (Certified Internal Auditor); additional certifications such as CPA, ACCA, CMA or CFE are a plus.
• 8–15 years of progressive internal audit experience, preferably within manufacturing or industrial groups.
• Strong knowledge of internal audit standards, risk management, governance and compliance frameworks.
• Experience auditing manufacturing operations, inventory controls, production costing, procurement and plant processes.
• Excellent analytical, report‑writing and stakeholder‑management skills.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality and professional ethics.

Required skills

• SAP / SAP ECC (ERP system)