Internal Control Director
Aljomaih Holding Group
Total years of experience :17 years, 1 Months
Assist organisations in assessing and understanding potential risks and their impact on business operations. Update knowledge of current regulatory requirements and industry standards to maintain compliance with relevant laws and regulations. Uncover process inefficiencies to boost productivity, slash costs, and enhance accuracy. Build high-performing teams and promote accountability through leadership and guidance. Create annual risk-based audit plans. Manage three units, including internal audit, risk management, and governance and compliance.
• Introduced and executed internal audit and risk system, TeamMate+ software.
• All stages of the administration process were transformed to a paperless format.
• Designed and executed comprehensive control environments to mitigate risk within organisation.
• Developed risk identification methods and applied proactive measures to minimise potential threats.
• Streamlined operations and drove continuous process improvement by leveraging process mapping techniques, Lean Six Sigma methodologies, and automation tools.
• Submitted audit reports containing observations and recommendations to Board of Directors.
Devised and implemented annual audit plan. Led auditors to perform assigned duties seamlessly and achieve high-quality outcomes. Collaborated with external auditors and recorded process reviews. Conducted strategic planning and oversaw entire audit process for assurance of accurate financial reporting.
• Facilitated onboarding of new employees by providing training on company processes/procedures.
• Established and executed auditing program and risk mitigation strategies to mitigate potential risks and protect valuable assets across organisation.
• Achieved positive audit outcomes by displaying high level of accuracy/integrity and ensuring adherence to professional auditing standards.
Investigated and reported on suspected instances of financial irregularities. Monitored implementation of audit recommendations. Prepared detailed audit reports outlining findings, recommendations, and management responses. Communicated audit results to relevant stakeholders, including senior management and the board.
• Leveraged audit software and data analytics tools to enhance audit efficiency and effectiveness.
• Identified areas for improvement and proposed innovative methods to improve internal controls.
Updated and assessed financial and departmental operations through internal audits. Analysed risks and conducted process walkthroughs for compliance with set procedures and protocols. Supported compliance audits for compliance with applicable laws/regulations.
• Contributed to policy development and long-term planning.
• Explored process inefficiencies and executed corrective measures to minimise expenses.
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