Role Objective

The Internal Auditor plays a crucial role in supporting Oman Air's transformation by ensuring the integrity, efficiency, and effectiveness of the organization's systems, and compliance with applicable regulations and policies. The auditor is responsible for assessing and evaluating Oman Air's processes to identify risks, weaknesses, and areas for improvement.

The Internal Auditor provides recommendations for enhancing internal controls and procedures, thereby supporting the organization's transformation efforts, and driving positive change.

Duties and Responsibilities

Internal Audit Plan

• Collaborate closely with the Manager Internal Audit to develop comprehensive annual audit plans and conduct thorough risk assessments.

• Collect, analyze, and carefully examine relevant data, documents, and information essential for meticulous audit planning to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the audit process.

• Prepare well-structured audit work programs, ensuring strict compliance with established audit methodologies and standards to provide a systematic approach for conducting audits and ensuring consistency.

Audit Operations

• Conduct detailed audit procedures in alignment with the internal audit plan to assess the organization's compliance with regulations and policies.

• Lead the assigned audits and special projects from planning to reporting under the supervision of Manager Internal Audit, as required.

• Evaluate internal controls and processes to identify weaknesses, risks, and inefficiencies.

• Identify and report any deviations from established policies, procedures, and regulations to enable management to take corrective actions and maintain compliance.

Risk Assessment

• Identify potential risks and recommend control improvements to mitigate them effectively, aiming to safeguard the organization's assets, prevent fraud, and ensure business continuity.

• Monitor and assess changes in the business environment to adapt audit plans accordingly.

• Stay up to date with industry trends and regulatory changes that may impact the organization to proactively address compliance requirements and mitigate potential risks.

Compliance and Governance

• Ensure the organization complies with relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies.

• Provide guidance and support to business units in maintaining compliance.

• Assist in the development and implementation of compliance programs to establish robust controls, promote ethical behavior, and mitigate compliance risks.

• Track the implementation of audit recommendations and provide periodic updates to management on the status of corrective actions to ensure that identified issues are effectively addressed and risks are mitigated.

Documentation

• Maintain well-organized and thorough audit files and evidence for future reference to facilitate transparency, accountability, and the ability to provide evidence of audit activities.

• Ensure that audit documentation is accurate, complete, and in compliance with audit standards.

• Prepare clear and concise audit reports, highlighting findings, recommendations, and action plans for management's review and follow-up to enable informed decision-making, promote accountability, and drive continuous improvement.

Education & Experience

➢ 2+ years of experience in an Internal Audit role, experience in the airline industry will be preferred.

➢ Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. Postgraduate degree will be an asset.

➢ Proven experience in internal auditing, risk management, or related fields.

➢ Strong knowledge of audit methodologies, accounting principles, and relevant regulations.

➢ Strong ethical conduct with dedication to maintaining ethical standards across all compliance matters and adhering to the aviation industry laws and Code of Conduct.

➢ Professional qualifications: - Certified Internal Auditor (‘CIA’) or Chartered Professional Analyst (‘CPA’) or Chartered Accountant (‘CA’) or equivalent is highly preferred.

Special Skills & Knowledge

➢ Proficiency in MS Office.

➢ Ability to adhere / maintain office confidentiality.

➢ High Customer Service orientation with excellent communication skills.

➢ Ability to work independently and as part of a team, while also managing multiple projects and deadlines effectively.

➢ Knowledge of IATA rules and regulations.

➢ Good Team Management Skills.

➢ Proficiency in English (must) and Arabic (preferred).