Senior ICFR & Financial Governance Leader (Global Fund)

PER; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 500,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

PER is seeking a senior ICFR leader to drive internal controls and financial governance across multiple jurisdictions. You will design and implement control programmes, monitor governance and remediation, and interact with senior finance leadership, legal, tax, and external auditors.

The role requires strong post-qualification experience, a Big4 risk assurance background, and a proven track record in complex investment environments, including asset managers or sovereign wealth funds.

Qualifications

• Qualified in internal controls: CIA or CISA or equivalent.
• Extensive ICFR / risk assurance / audit experience in complex environments.
• Big 4 background in Risk Assurance is required with post-qualification experience.
• Experience across multiple jurisdictions and entity structures.
• Prior asset management / sovereign wealth fund exposure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead ICFR programme design, implementation, and maturity uplift.
• Oversee control monitoring, governance reporting, and remediation tracking.
• Engage with senior finance leaders, legal, tax, treasury, and external auditors.
• Coach and develop a high-performing team with clear accountability.
• Drive delivery in fast-paced, high-accountability organisation.

Education

CIA/CISA

Job description

PER is seeking a senior ICFR leader to drive internal controls and financial governance across multiple jurisdictions. You will design and implement control programmes, monitor governance and remediation, and interact with senior finance leadership, legal, tax, and external auditors.

The role requires strong post-qualification experience, a Big4 risk assurance background, and a proven track record in complex investment environments, including asset managers or sovereign wealth funds.