Associate – Risk Advisory

SUMMARY 

The Associate will be responsible for assisting the Senior on multiple client engagements. The role will help in evaluating and assessing the business risks. And more importantly help clients in improving their business by providing effective suggestions and solutions to manage risks and have effective internal controls in place. He/She will assist in client deliverables on assigned engagements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Execute risk-based internal audits, identifying control deficiencies, process inefficiencies, and compliance gaps.
• Perform risk assessments and gap analyses to evaluate governance, risk, and compliance frameworks.
• Develop and implement internal control frameworks, policies, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Conduct business process reviews to assess operational effectiveness and control environments.
• Provide risk mitigation strategies and recommend enhancements to internal control systems.
• Prepare and present audit findings, risk reports, and management recommendations to key stakeholders.
• Evaluate compliance with regulatory frameworks, IFRS, and industry best practices.
• Assist clients in implementing corrective action plans and continuous monitoring of risk controls.
• Client & Engagement Management
• Act as a key point of contact for client advisory on risk and internal control matters.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships.
• Supervise and mentor junior team members, ensuring effective execution of engagements.
• Stay updated on emerging risks, regulatory changes, and industry developments.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Effective stakeholder management, and report writing abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office- Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Visio; data analytics tools is a plus
• Strong research, analysis, problem-solving, organization and presentation skills
• Critical Thinking
• Persuasion Skills
• Self-motivated and proactive
• Ability to manage multiple engagements, meet deadlines.
• Excellent teamwork
• Willingness to work under pressure
• Performing with a high degree of professionalism, integrity and business ethics.
• Open to new challenges and willing to respond towards changes

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• Accounting knowledge is a plus
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in internal audit, risk advisory, or compliance
• Consulting experience from established firms is a plus
• Enterprise risk management experience is preferred
• Experience in designing policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.
• Strong knowledge of risk-based auditing methodologies.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Fluent in Arabic and English