Finance & Accounting

Head of Internal Audit Salary
in Mecca 2026

SAR 34,756 /mo

SAR 417,072/year · 6-9 years (Mid Career)

Annual

SAR 417,072

Salary Range

27,032–39,583

Total Package

SAR 34,756

Income Tax

0%

Salary Range

Where you fall among professionals in this role

SAR 34,756
P10 MEDIAN P90
SAR 18,922 P25: SAR 27,032 P75: SAR 39,583 SAR 51,458

50% of Head of Internal Audits in Mecca earn between SAR 27,032 and SAR 39,583 per month.

Total Compensation

Your full monthly package breakdown

Base Salary
SAR 22,383
Housing Allowance 30%
SAR 6,715
Transport 10%
SAR 2,238
Medical Insurance
SAR 675
Annual Flight
SAR 469
Gratuity (accrued)
SAR 933
Total Package
SAR 34,756/mo SAR 417,072/year

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

Monthly SAR 34,756
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 Mecca

78K 58K 39K 19K 29K 0-2 yrs 32K 3-5 yrs 36K 6-9 yrs 41K 10-14 yrs 49K 15-19 yrs 60K 20-25 yrs 55K 25-30 yrs
Experience Low (P25) Median High (P75)
0-2 years SAR 22,299 SAR 28,670 SAR 32,652
3-5 years SAR 24,543 SAR 31,555 SAR 35,938
6-9 years SAR 27,966 SAR 35,958 SAR 40,950
10-14 years SAR 32,121 SAR 41,298 SAR 47,034
15-19 years SAR 38,253 SAR 49,182 SAR 56,012
20-25 years SAR 46,358 SAR 59,602 SAR 67,880
25-30 years SAR 42,397 SAR 54,510 SAR 62,081

Salary by Industry

How Head of Internal Audit pays across industries in Mecca

Executive & General Management
SAR 45,183
+30%
Banking & Financial Services
SAR 41,707
+20%
Oil, Gas & Energy
SAR 41,012
+18%
Legal & Compliance
SAR 38,927
+12%
Engineering & Technology
SAR 34,756
0%
Healthcare & Medical
SAR 33,018
-5%
Finance & Accounting
SAR 33,018
-5%
Construction & Real Estate
SAR 31,976
-8%
Sales & Marketing
SAR 31,280
-10%
Human Resources
SAR 30,585
-12%
Supply Chain & Logistics
SAR 30,585
-12%
Government & Public Sector
SAR 29,543
-15%
Media & Creative
SAR 29,543
-15%
Education & Training
SAR 27,805
-20%
Hospitality & Tourism
SAR 27,110
-22%

Frequently Asked Questions

The median salary for a Head of Internal Audit in Mecca is SAR 34,756 per month (SAR 417,072 per year). Salaries range from SAR 27,032 at the 25th percentile to SAR 39,583 at the 75th percentile, depending on experience, skills, and the employing organization.

A Head of Internal Audit with approximately 7 years of experience in Mecca can expect a median base salary of SAR 34,756/month. With a typical benefits package including housing (SAR 6,715), transport, medical insurance, and end-of-service gratuity, total monthly compensation reaches approximately SAR 34,756.

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.

Mecca offers moderately 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.

Mecca 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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