Job Description
Alfanar is seeking an experienced Section Manager – Internal Audit (Manufacturing) to lead manufacturing audit activities, manage audit teams, evaluate internal controls, and identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and business performance.
The successful candidate will oversee risk-based audit planning and execution across manufacturing operations, supply chain, inventory, procurement, and compliance functions. This role involves assessing operational and financial controls, reviewing ERP systems, identifying control weaknesses, and providing practical recommendations to strengthen governance, reduce business risks, and improve manufacturing performance.
Key Responsibilities
1. Risk Assessment and Audit Planning
Identify and assess business and operational risks across manufacturing activities.
Develop risk-based internal audit plans covering production, supply chain, inventory, procurement, and regulatory compliance.
Define audit objectives, scope, timelines, and resource requirements.
Coordinate with plant management and process owners to plan audit engagements.
2. Manufacturing Process and Internal Control Assessment
Evaluate manufacturing processes and assess the effectiveness of operational and financial controls.
Review production activities, inventory management, procurement procedures, and supply chain operations.
Identify control weaknesses, operational risks, and opportunities for process improvement.
Assess internal controls within ERP systems, manufacturing applications, and operational technologies.
Recommend improvements to strengthen internal controls and operational performance.
3. Audit Execution and Team Management
Lead manufacturing audit engagements from planning through completion.
Manage and guide audit teams to ensure effective execution of audit procedures.
Review audit documentation, supporting evidence, and identified findings.
Ensure audit activities meet professional standards and internal quality requirements.
Lead special investigations and reviews involving production losses, operational inefficiencies, and control-related issues.
4. Operational Performance and Process Improvement
Analyze manufacturing performance indicators and operational KPIs.
Identify inefficiencies, cost-control opportunities, and potential operational risks.
Recommend practical solutions to improve productivity, process effectiveness, and cost efficiency.
Support continuous improvement initiatives and operational excellence across manufacturing facilities.
5. Audit Governance, Monitoring and Reporting
Prepare clear and comprehensive internal audit reports.
Present audit findings, risk assessments, and recommendations to relevant stakeholders.
Monitor corrective and preventive actions to ensure audit findings are addressed.
Track key risk indicators and support continuous audit monitoring.
Maintain effective working relationships with plant management and operational departments.
Managerial and General Responsibilities
1. Leadership and Team Development
Recruit, develop, and retain high-performing audit professionals.
Provide coaching, guidance, and performance feedback to team members.
Identify development opportunities and support succession planning.
Promote fairness, accountability, and professional conduct within the team.
Ensure responsibilities are delegated according to company policies and authority limits.
2. Business Planning and Performance Management
Translate organizational objectives into actionable departmental plans.
Develop, monitor, and execute annual operational and development plans.
Track performance against targets and implement corrective actions when required.
Prepare periodic progress reports for management.
Monitor departmental budgets and expenses to maintain cost efficiency.
3. Organizational and Process Development
Develop effective organizational structures based on operational requirements.
Ensure job responsibilities and reporting structures are clearly defined.
Improve internal systems, policies, procedures, and business processes.
Identify opportunities to automate audit activities and improve operational workflows.
Promote the effective use of relevant IT systems and business applications.
4. Quality, Compliance and Safety
Maintain high standards of audit quality and professional performance.
Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and applicable audit standards.
Promote continuous improvement and adapt to new technologies and working methods.
Maintain a safe, secure, and legally compliant working environment.
Academic Qualification
– Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Work Experience
6 to 10 years of relevant professional experience.
Experience in internal auditing, manufacturing audits, operational risk assessment, and internal control evaluation.
Previous experience managing audit teams and leading audit engagements is beneficial.
Technical and Functional Skills
Audit Best Practices
Risk-Based Audit Planning
Internal Audit Procedures and Standards
Manufacturing and Operational Audits
Audit Reporting and Documentation
Compliance Audits
Internal Control Assessment
Post-Audit Reviews
Security Audits
Risk Assessment and Management
Process Improvement
Audit Team Leadership
ERP and Manufacturing Systems Controls
Job Location
UAE / Saudi Arabia (KSA) – confirm the specific vacancy location before publishing..