Finance & Accounting

Head of Internal Audit Salary
in Al Khobar 2026

SAR 38,617 /mo

SAR 463,404/year · 6-9 years (Mid Career)

Annual

SAR 463,404

Salary Range

30,036–43,981

Total Package

SAR 38,617

Income Tax

0%

Salary Range

Where you fall among professionals in this role

SAR 38,617
P10 MEDIAN P90
SAR 21,025 P25: SAR 30,036 P75: SAR 43,981 SAR 57,175

50% of Head of Internal Audits in Al Khobar earn between SAR 30,036 and SAR 43,981 per month.

Total Compensation

Your full monthly package breakdown

Base Salary
SAR 24,954
Housing Allowance 30%
SAR 7,486
Transport 10%
SAR 2,495
Medical Insurance
SAR 675
Annual Flight
SAR 469
Gratuity (accrued)
SAR 1,040
Total Package
SAR 38,617/mo SAR 463,404/year

0% Income Tax β€” Take-home equals gross

Monthly SAR 38,617
Base Salary
Housing Allowance
Transport
Medical Insurance
Annual Flight
Gratuity (accrued)

Career Salary Growth

Expected salary at different experience levels for Head of Internal Audit in Al Khobar

87K 65K 43K 21K 32K 0-2 yrs 35K 3-5 yrs 40K 6-9 yrs 46K 10-14 yrs 55K 15-19 yrs 66K 20-25 yrs 61K 25-30 yrs
Experience Low (P25) Median High (P75)
0-2 years SAR 24,777 SAR 31,855 SAR 36,280
3-5 years SAR 27,270 SAR 35,061 SAR 39,930
6-9 years SAR 31,074 SAR 39,952 SAR 45,501
10-14 years SAR 35,690 SAR 45,886 SAR 52,259
15-19 years SAR 42,502 SAR 54,646 SAR 62,235
20-25 years SAR 51,508 SAR 66,224 SAR 75,422
25-30 years SAR 47,107 SAR 60,566 SAR 68,978

Salary by Industry

How Head of Internal Audit pays across industries in Al Khobar

Executive & General Management
SAR 50,202
+30%
Oil, Gas & Energy
SAR 49,430
+28%
Banking & Financial Services
SAR 46,340
+20%
Legal & Compliance
SAR 43,251
+12%
Engineering & Technology
SAR 38,617
0%
Healthcare & Medical
SAR 36,686
-5%
Finance & Accounting
SAR 36,686
-5%
Construction & Real Estate
SAR 35,528
-8%
Sales & Marketing
SAR 34,755
-10%
Human Resources
SAR 33,983
-12%
Supply Chain & Logistics
SAR 33,983
-12%
Government & Public Sector
SAR 32,824
-15%
Media & Creative
SAR 32,824
-15%
Education & Training
SAR 30,894
-20%
Hospitality & Tourism
SAR 30,121
-22%

Monthly Savings Potential

With SAR 38,617/mo salary and estimated expenses of SAR 19,309/mo, you could save SAR 19,308/mo (SAR 231,696/yr).

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Frequently Asked Questions

The median salary for a Head of Internal Audit in Al Khobar is SAR 38,617 per month (SAR 463,404 per year). Salaries range from SAR 30,036 at the 25th percentile to SAR 43,981 at the 75th percentile, depending on experience, skills, and the employing organization.

A Head of Internal Audit with approximately 7 years of experience in Al Khobar can expect a median base salary of SAR 38,617/month. With a typical benefits package including housing (SAR 7,486), transport, medical insurance, and end-of-service gratuity, total monthly compensation reaches approximately SAR 38,617.

In Saudi Arabia, Head of Internal Audit positions typically include a comprehensive benefits package: housing allowance (30% of base salary), transportation allowance (10%), annual flight tickets for home country visits, private medical insurance, and end-of-service gratuity as mandated by labor law. Senior roles may also include education allowance for dependents and performance bonuses.

Al Khobar offers competitive salaries for Head of Internal Audit positions in the GCC region. While cities like Dubai and Abu Dhabi typically anchor at the higher end of the pay scale, the lower cost of living in some cities can result in better purchasing power. Use the comparison chart above to see exact figures across all 28 GCC cities.

Al Khobar is a growing market for Finance & Accounting professionals. The city offers tax-free income, a multicultural working environment, and strong demand for skilled professionals. The Finance & Accounting sector in Saudi Arabia continues to grow with Vision 2030 and diversification initiatives driving new opportunities.

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