Sr. Auditor Assurance

Job title: Sr. Auditor Assurance

Company: OQ


Job description: Job titleSenior AuditorGradeStreamAssuranceFunctionAssuranceLocationOmanBudget controlReporting toHead of Assurance Quality and StandardsDirect reports–Job PurposeExecute the assurance activities processes and procedures, acting as owner of Assurance standards & protocols, performance of audit procedures, identifying and defining issues, implementing audit criteria, reviewing and analysing evidences, and documenting client processes and procedures, to promote a high standard of auditing, continues business improvement, risk mitigation according to the business needs.The position will act in accordance with the Group’s Mission, Vision, Values & Strategies, as well as, policies, guidelines and international standards, supported by an IT Technology platform, HSE standards, Omani’s government & other legal justifications, and best international practices in consonance with national objectives.Main tasks and responsibilities

• Responsible for planning, conducting, supervising and reporting on specific audit assignments.
• Develop comprehensive audit programs covering all the audit objectives/ risks
• Ensure audits are completed as assigned and within time.
• Develop comprehensive information/ data requests based on the approved audit programs.
• Ensure that the IA standards are applied in audit work, latest audit methods and computerized audit techniques and tools including mass data analysis are used by the team.
• Ensure specific instructions of the Assurance Leadership Team are addressed during the audit field work.
• Conduct audit field work as per approved audit program/ work programs. Direct and supervise the assigned auditors for the specific engagements.
• Collect sufficient information to support execution of all audit steps as per the approved audit program.
• Update Assurance Audit Management System with detailed condition, criteria, root cause, consequence and recommendations.
• Maintaining work paper documentations and uploading audit steps, administrative documents, audit evidences, supporting documents, conclusions, etc. into Audit Management System on a real time basis.
• Draft Audit report and obtain endorsement.
• Ensure follow-up on findings and corrective actions to ensure continuous improvement in the management of risk and operational excellence.
• Provide guidance to Auditors including mentoring and training.
• Ensure knowledge and information about the corporate, major processes, new ventures and emerging audit issues and practice is maintained.
• Update, where necessary, the Risk and Control Matrix.

Key interactionsInternal: OQ SAOC Streams, OQ Assets, Assurance TeamExternal: Auditors (State, Statuary, ISO, EHS, etc), Lawyers, External Consultants, Government / Ministries and VendorsNotable Working Conditions. Office environment, intensive computer screen use, sporadic visits to operational site.Education requirements

• Minimum of bachelor’s degree
• Professional Qualifications such as ACCA, CIA, CISA, CMA, or equivalent are an added advantage.

Language requirementsExcellent knowledge of written, read, and spoken English (required) | Arabic (desirable)Background and experienceCompetencies and skills

• Minimum of 5 years’ working experience in Audit.

• Experience of working with Audit Firms will be an added advantage.
• Working knowledge of Oil & Gas Industry and related sectors will be an added advantage.

• Working knowledge of GIAS, and auditing techniques/practices in the Oil & Gas Industry preferred,
• Basic Industry knowledge including relevant laws and rules and risks,
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability includes identifying the root cause and risks and providing S-M-A-R-T recommendations.
• A basic knowledge of the various IT systems and AMSs, ability to carry out audits using Data Analytic Tools and proficiency in MS office.
• Strong commitment to IIA’s Code of Ethics.
• Fluency in English and ability to write concise and comprehensive reports. Knowledge of local language is a plus.
• Ability to communicate and convey the audit findings and recommendations clearly and convincingly in the close out meetings with the auditee.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Job Req ID: 56516Date: Jun 26, 2025Location:Muscat, OMEntity: OQ SAOCBusiness Unit: AssuranceDivision:Country/Region: OM

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Location: Muscat

Job date: Sat, 28 Jun 2025 05:48:53 GMT

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