Senior Internal Controller

Role overview

Work arrangement

• The role is based in Dubai and is described as onsite hybrid; remote working is not available.

Key responsibilities

• Strengthen governance and control culture and align risk management with business strategy.
• Improve data-driven decision-making and reporting, support compliance and regulatory readiness, and contribute to digital transformation, process automation, and operational efficiency.
• Design, implement, and maintain internal control and compliance procedures across functions.
• Conduct risk assessments, control evaluations, and maturity reviews; prepare risk and control matrices.
• Monitor policy and regulatory compliance; perform walkthroughs and control testing to assess design and operating effectiveness.
• Collaborate across teams to improve controls and investigate non-compliance, fraud, and operational inefficiencies.
• Support internal audit requests with control documentation and evidence; prepare monthly or quarterly reports on risks, trends, and control effectiveness.
• Guide stakeholders on tests, investigations, and documentation; serve as a control contact and encourage early reporting of risks.

What the employer is looking for

• At least five years of experience in a risk and internal control function.
• Strong understanding of risk management frameworks, internal control methodologies, and compliance requirements, including COSO, SOX, and ISO standards.
• Knowledge of financial reporting, accounting principles, and IT/system controls.
• Proficiency in risk assessment, control testing, root cause analysis, remediation planning, audit tools, data analytics, and reporting dashboards.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, collaboration, and stakeholder influence skills; attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• CIA and ISO 31000 Risk Management certifications are preferred but not mandatory.
• Exposure to UAE or multinational regulatory environments is advantageous.

Benefits

• Personal growth, training, and further skills development; brand discounts and access to current technology tools.
• Competitive tax-free salary, 22 days of annual leave pro rata, medical insurance, annual flight allowance, and relocation support.

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