Director Internal Controls Up ae

Qureos Inc; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Health benefits

Generous leave

Professional development

Inclusive environment

Job summary

Union Properties PJSC in Dubai seeks a seasoned Director Internal Controls to lead the design, implementation and oversight of the company’s control framework. You will safeguard assets, ensure accurate financial reporting and foster a culture of compliance across the organisation.

Reporting to the senior management and audit committee, you will build a high-performing team, conduct risk assessments, and partner with Finance Legal and Operations to embed control ownership while driving

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; master's preferred.
• Professional certifications: ACA/ACCA/CIMA CIA or CISA.
• 10+ years in internal controls, internal audit or risk management.
• 5+ years in a senior leadership role.
• COSO knowledge and risk management principles.
• Proven leadership and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive internal control framework.
• Lead and mentor the internal controls team.
• Conduct risk assessments to identify and mitigate risks.
• Oversee design and testing of internal controls across units.
• Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and policies.
• Present reports on deficiencies, risk exposures, and remediation plans.
• Collaborate with Finance, Legal and Operations to embed control ownership.
• Drive continuous improvement of control processes and systems.
• Lead investigations into potential control breaches.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Risk assessment

Internal controls

Analytical thinking

Communication

Decision making

Influencing senior stakeholders

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Master's degree preferred

ACA/ACCA/CIMA CIA or CISA

Tools

COSO framework

Job description

Job Title: Director Internal Controls

Company: Union Properties PJSC

Location: Dubai United Arab Emirates

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Overview

Union Properties is a dynamic and forward‑thinking organisation committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity and operational excellence. We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Director Internal Controls to join our senior leadership team in Dubai. This pivotal role is responsible for designing implementing and overseeing the company’s entire internal control framework. The successful candidate will be instrumental in safeguarding company assets ensuring the accuracy and reliability of financial reporting and promoting a culture of compliance and risk awareness across the organisation. You will work closely with executive management and the board’s audit committee to ensure robust governance and risk management processes are in place.

Responsibilities

• Develop implement and maintain a comprehensive internal control framework in line with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Lead and manage the internal controls team providing mentorship guidance and professional development.
• Conduct thorough risk assessments to identify analyse and mitigate financial operational and compliance risks.
• Oversee the design and testing of the effectiveness of internal controls across all business units and processes.
• Ensure the organisations compliance with all applicable laws regulations and internal policies.
• Prepare and present clear concise reports on control deficiencies risk exposures and remediation plans to senior management and the audit committee.
• Collaborate with various departments including Finance Legal and Operations to embed control ownership and awareness throughout the business.
• Drive initiatives for the continuous improvement of control processes and systems to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Lead investigations into potential control breaches or fraudulent activities as required.

Qualifications

• A Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or a related business field. A Masters degree is preferred.
• Professional certification such as ACA ACCA CIMA CIA (Certified Internal Auditor) or CISA is essential.
• A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in internal controls internal audit or risk management with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• In-depth knowledge of internal control frameworks (e.g. COSO) and risk management principles.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing control strategies in a complex organisation.
• Exceptional leadership and team management skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
• Outstanding analytical problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders.
• A high degree of professional ethics integrity and independence.

Benefits

• A competitive remuneration package.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits for you and your family.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and career advancement.
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment in a key strategic role.