Director of Finance Internal Control | Governance & Risk

Qureos Inc; Dubai; On-site; AED 800,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Union Properties PJSC in Dubai seeks a Director of Finance Internal Control to lead governance, risk management and the design of a robust internal control system across the group.

Reporting to senior management, you will safeguard assets, ensure accurate financial reporting under IFRS, and promote a culture of compliance and operational excellence across subsidiaries. A proven track record in real estate or property sectors is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline; Masters preferred.
• Professional qualification such as ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CPA/CIA is essential.
• 10–15 years in audit, finance or internal control with ≥5 years in senior management.
• Knowledge of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO), risk management and governance principles.
• Experience in real estate development or related industries is advantageous.
• Proven management experience in a large, multi-subsidiary organisation.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain a comprehensive internal control framework in line with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Lead risk assessment activities to identify, analyse and mitigate financial and operational risks across the organisation and its subsidiaries.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, local laws and company policies.
• Design and execute control testing programmes to evaluate the effectiveness of financial and operational controls, documenting findings and recommending improvements.
• Drive the standardisation of financial processes and controls across all business units and subsidiaries to enhance efficiency and consistency.
• Provide expert guidance and training to finance on internal control policies, procedures and best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Integrity

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Master's degree preferred

Professional qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CPA/CIA)

Tools

COSO knowledge

IFRS knowledge

Job description

Union Properties PJSC in Dubai seeks a Director of Finance Internal Control to lead governance, risk management and the design of a robust internal control system across the group.

Reporting to senior management, you will safeguard assets, ensure accurate financial reporting under IFRS, and promote a culture of compliance and operational excellence across subsidiaries. A proven track record in real estate or property sectors is highly valued.