Internal Control and Finance Manager

Job Description : 3) INTERNAL CONTROL AND FINANCE MANAGER UAE a leading high-quality retailer, who is under the umbrella of a globally renowned luxury conglomerate. They are looking to hire an Internal Control & Finance Manager to liaise with stakeholders and refine the internal controls framework. · Provide cohesion and support across 3 lines of defense in order to refine and improve the level of internal control at the Division · Identify and correct internal control deficiencies by overseeing key processes (e.g., Sensitive transactions, POS, cash, etc.) · Support process owners to ensure internal controls are properly embedded into SOP. · Launch internal control and anti-fraud initiatives · Handle ad hoc projects as required by Divisional Senior Management and RMC · Implement internal control reporting tools and dashboards · Implement training programs to targe and strengthen gaps in business needs and strategic objectives in order to support compliance and internal controls · Drive store process improvement, standardization and develop best in class practices · Liaise with IT on system related issues following internal audit recommendations, including involvement in user testing and implementation · Conduct yearly internal control assessments following the conglomerates methodology. · Drive periodic testing on applicable the conglomerates 10 key Internal Controls. · Ensure prompt resolution by tracking internal and external audit findings : · Organize insurance coverage in special events · Pursue and stay updated on any insurance claims · Ensure BCP documentation is updated · Support Corporate Risk Management team to collation of financial information for the renewal of insurance policies. · Support the month and year end closing process · Aid the team in resolving payment issues · Ensure timely tax submission · Actively participate in balance sheet schedules for division · Ensure issues are resolved in a timely manner with division · Manage treasury related tasks · Implement and standardize best practice for process improvements · Evaluate effectiveness and efficiency of processes by periodical reviews · Prepare ad hoc reports and lead/participate in projects as assigned. · Collaborate with internal and external auditors as necessary · Support tax/legal reporting requirements · Bachelor's Degree required in accounting, finance, or business administration. · 8+ years of experience in Big 4 and/or in retail multinational companies working in internal control designs, operations, or internal audit. · Proficient spoken and written English. · Aptitude to analyze and work with data. · The ability to uphold a high degree of integrity and confidentiality · Able to effectively operate in a fast paced and multi-culturally diverse environment. · Excellent communication, presentation, and facilitation skills. · Capable of collaborating and participating in teamwork, as well as facing conflict in a professional manner · The Ability to work with all levels of personnel, drive best practices where multiple stakeholders are involved and interact with Senior Management

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