Senior Audit Officer

Who we are

Founded in 2016, Alef Education (ALEFEDT on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange) is an award-winning AI powered learning solutions provider redefining K to 12 education. Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, the company serves approximately 2.0 million students and 84,000 educators across 19,000 schools in the UAE, Indonesia, and Morocco.

Its flagship Alef Platform delivers personalized learning experiences that enhance student engagement and outcomes, while its supplemental solutions Alef Pathways, Abjadiyat, and Arabits extend learning across subjects and languages.

Through its innovative use of artificial intelligence, data insights, and culturally relevant content, Alef Education is transforming teaching and learning to advance equity, access, and excellence for every student.

About the Role

The Internal Audit department's role is to provide regular independent, objective assurance to Alef Management, the Audit, Risk and Compliance Committee, and the Board regarding the effectiveness of the internal control system.

Play a key role in providing objective reviews, assurance, and consulting services to improve the company’s operations by evaluating and improving risk management, controls, and governance effectiveness.

You will be involved in performing special reviews, which may be conducted as requested by the Audit, Risk and Compliance Committee; you may also be required to participate in specific control initiatives and company-wide process changes.

Responsibilities include

Audit Planning and Execution:

• Develop Annual Risk Based Internal Audit Plan for the Internal Audit Manager Review.

• Lead audit engagements, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.

• Develop comprehensive audit plans and programs based on risk assessments for the Internal Audit Manager review.

• Execute approved audit programs, performing testing and evaluations in accordance with audit objectives.

• Review and analyze financial and operational processes to identify risks and control weaknesses.

Team Leadership:

• Provide leadership and oversight to the hired consultant and external auditor to ensure the assigned project is completed effectively and accurately.

• Foster a collaborative team environment that encourages professional development and knowledge sharing.

Reporting and Communication:

• Provide formal periodic updates to the Internal Audit Manager to keep them updated on the engagement's progress and ensure corrective action is taken to address any identified issues impacting the engagement plan.

• Prepare detailed audit reports summarizing findings, recommendations, and action plans for the Internal Audit Manager review.

• Prepare audit results for the Internal Audit Manager to review and present to senior management and the Audit, Risk and Compliance Committee, articulating risks and proposed solutions.

Risk Assessment:

• Conduct ongoing risk assessments to identify emerging risks and areas requiring further attention.

• Collaborate with departments to enhance risk management practices across the organization.

Compliance and Standards:

• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and internal policies.

• Stay current with industry trends, best practices, and changes in regulations affecting internal auditing.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify opportunities for improving the efficiency and effectiveness of audit processes.

• Implement best practices and innovative approaches to enhance the internal audit department.

Others:

• Lead the investigation of significant suspected fraudulent activities within Alef.

• Assist in any other ad-hoc assignment requested by Alef management, the audit committee, or the board of directors.

• Maintain effective relationships with Alef staff at all levels of seniority.

• Involvement in the development and maintenance of the procedures and methods for the work of the Internal Audit Department.

• Assist in conducting workshops or presentations to create awareness about internal audit and risk and demonstrate value addition across the company.

Education, Experience and Required Skills

• Educational degree(s): Bachelor is in business administration or accounting from an accredited university.

• Certification(s)/Licenses: Relevant professional qualifications a distinctive advantage (i.e., CIA, CFE, CISA, GRC, CA, ACCA, or CPA).

• 6- 9 Years Experience in Internal Audit or External Audit, Risk Management, Fraud investigation.

• Regional experience: UAE

• Industry experience: Big 4, audit firm/consultant experience is essential.

• Understanding of internal audit methodology and standards, ability to use data analysis tools such as Power BI, proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and PowerPoint.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, strong analytical skills, Integrity, teamwork, and continuous learning.

What we offer

We believe our people are our greatest advantage. We value curiosity, purpose, and the drive to make a real difference. When you join Alef, you join a mission — and a team that’s just as passionate about transforming education as you are.

Here’s a glimpse of what we offer:

• Annual flight allowance

• Annual performance bonus

• Education allowance

• Health and Life insurance

• Enhanced leave policy

• A hybrid work model and remote working days to work from anywhere

At Alef, we don’t just imagine a better future for education.
We build it — together.

https://www.alefeducation.com/