Controller, Finance (Internal Controls)

JOB PURPOSE:
Assist in maintaining and enhancing the internal control framework across multiple business units and ensuring
robust internal control processes. Assist in the preparation of documentation for internal controls, coordinating
with multiple teams in the Organization, and leveraging financial systems to ensure accurate and efficient
internal control processes. Well-versed in SOX Compliance and its requirements and is responsible for ensuring
that the Organization adheres to the Sarbanes-Oxley Act requirements and PCAOB standards.

Job Specific Accountabilities
Internal Control Framework
• Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining the internal control framework for the finance
department.
• Support the risk and control self-assessment (RCSA) and key risk indicators (KRIs) to monitor the
effectiveness of controls.
• Conduct regular testing of financial controls, processes, and procedures to identify discrepancies or errors.
• Establishing homogeneous control testing between AD and its subsidiaries
• Assist in developing action plans to address audit findings and high-risk items.
• Analyze data and provide insights to management on the effectiveness of internal controls.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures related to financial operations and systems.
• Maintain documentation of financial and system processes and controls.
Regulatory Compliance, Risk Assessment and Mitigation
• Assist in identifying, evaluating, and mitigating financial and operational risks.
• Support the development and implementation of robust risk management strategies.
• Assist in testing the effectiveness of risk management activities.
• Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements and PCAOB standards.
Policy and Procedure Development:
• Participate in developing and implementing financial and system-related policies and procedures.
• Ensure policies and procedures are communicated and adhered to across the organization.

Audit and Review
• Organize and provide the required documentation and detailed explanations for internal and external
audits as requested.
• Support communication with external auditors by gathering and organizing required information, ensuring
smooth interaction and compliance.
• Assist in planning and executing internal audits to assess the effectiveness of internal controls.
• Assist in preparing documentation and detailed audit reports including control descriptions, testing results,
and any necessary follow-up actions.
General Responsibilities
• Integrate the internal control framework into everyday operations and decision-making processes.
• Work collaboratively with various departments to support their internal control and governance
requirements.
• Stay informed about regulatory changes and assist in updating internal controls to ensure compliance.
• Regularly report to the internal controls team on the status of internal controls and risk management
activities.
• Contribute to the implementation of strategic initiatives related to internal control and governance.
• Comply with all UAE, ADNOC, ADNOC Drilling and client Asset Integrity Management codes of practice.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

Minimum Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, Business Administration or equivalent

Minimum Experience & Knowledge & Skills

• 7 to 8 years of experience in finance and systems compliance, preferably in a regulated industry across
different countries and in various ERPs like SAP, Oracle, etc.
• Coding – Python, C++ language.
• Fluency in spoken and written English.
• Strong analytical and computing ability.