Internal Audit Manager

Role Description

We are seeking a highly analytical and strategically minded Internal Audit Lead to oversee and execute the internal audit function across our holding company and its diverse portfolio of subsidiaries in Bahrain. This is a full-time, on-site role for an Internal Audit Manager, located in Manama. The role involves designing and executing audit plans, evaluating internal controls, assessing compliance with financial regulations, and identifying areas for operational improvement. The Internal Audit Manager will collaborate with leadership to provide insights and recommendations, ensuring financial integrity and operational excellence. In this role, you will be responsible for evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of our internal controls, risk management frameworks, and corporate governance processes. The ideal candidate will ensure absolute compliance with local laws, including the (MOIC) regulations, Sijilat requirements, and—where applicable—Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB) guidelines, while providing actionable insights to senior management and the Audit Committee.

Qualifications, Experience and Skillset:

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional certification is a MUST (CIA, CPA, ACCA, or CMA).
• 7–10 years of experience in internal auditing, with at least 3 years in a lead role, preferably within a diversified holding company or a "Big 4" audit firm in Bahrain.
• Strong familiarity with Bahrain’s corporate ecosystem, including MOIC regulations, Sijilat processes, Bahrain Labor Law, and local corporate governance codes.
• Written - Spoken fluency in Englisha and Arabic is a MUST.

Candidate Must Have:

• Analytical Mindset: Exceptional ability to dissect complex financial data and operational workflows across varying industries.
• Communication: Fluent in English (written and spoken) with excellent report-writing skills; Arabic language proficiency is a distinct advantage.
• Leadership & Influence: Proven ability to manage audit teams, collaborate with subsidiary heads, and confidently present findings to high-level stakeholders and board members.
• Integrity: Absolute commitment to objectivity, confidentiality, and professional
• ethics.
• Experience working within the regulatory framework of financial practices in Bahrain is a plus.