Director of Internal Controls & Risk Management

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

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