Director, Internal Audit and Risk Management - Office of Enterprise Risk Management and Internal Assurance- NYU, Abu Dhabi

Director, Internal Audit and Risk Management - Office of Enterprise Risk Management and Internal Assurance- NYU, Abu Dhabi

Qualifications

Required Education:

Bachelor’s degree, 

Demonstrate proficient understanding of US GAAP, COSO framework, IIA PPF

CPA, CIA, CISA 

 

Preferred Education:

Masters preferred in accounting or finance

 

Required Experience: 

Fifteen plus years relevant experience in some combination of Big 4 public accounting and or/internal audit

Proficient with auditing, internal controls, business and operations processes, finance and Risk identification and Management

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build strong stakeholder relationships and work in concert with others to accomplish goals and objectives

 Ability to work on a senior team as a listener, contributor, collaborator, mediator and advocate interacting with all constituencies internal and external to a higher education research institution

Curiosity about the wide range of risks affecting institutions of higher education, and ability to alert leadership to prospective or active risks in appropriate and balanced ways

Experience in contributing to and supporting governing boards and in working with committees or subgroups on matters of risk, internal controls, process improvement, internal audit, governance or compliance

Excellent communication skills within a diverse population to foster inclusion and engagement

Display strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve complex issues

Understanding of how key risks and controls impact the business from an operational, strategic, health and safety, compliance, reputational, legal and financial perspective

Proven project management skills

Strong organizational skills and ability to effectively prioritize initiatives to meet expectations while being agile and adaptable

Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint software

Proven ability to operate effectively and work effectively in a culturally diverse workplace

Preferred Experience:

Preference for higher education or non-profit experience

Demonstrated understanding of University, government, non-profit, or similar work environment.

Certification, licensure in audit and/or risk management; demonstrated professional experience in internal audit, risk management, or insurance in higher education; preferred certifications and licensure should be provided from leading industry associations such as Institute of Internal Auditors (IAA), Institute of Risk Management (IRM), Risk and Insurance Management Society (RIMS) or other equivalent institutions

Regional experience in internal controls, internal audit, financial compliance risk management, insurance, or other related experience 

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Financial Controller- Yemnak, Abu Dhabi

Financial Controller- Yemnak, Abu Dhabi

Job Description

Manage the accounting team

Cashflow management and collection

Budgeting and forecasting

Budget spending controls

Developing financial strategy, including risk minimization plans and opportunity forecasting

High-level financial reporting and analysis

Regular budget consolidation

Improving efficiencies and reducing costs across the business

Stakeholder management

Federal Tax Authority

Developing financial reviews and providing  advice

Payroll processing

Working closely with management or executive teams to share reports and analysis findings

Qualifications

Proven working experience as a Financial Controller

7+ years of overall combined accounting and finance experience

Advanced degree in Accounting

CPA or CMA preferred

Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures

Experience with creating financial statements

Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year end close process

Excellent accounting software user and administration skills

Familiarity with popular applications

Arabic Speaker is a plus 

Knowledge with iSams and iFinance software is a plus

Apply Here:

https://yemnak.ae/financial-controller-vacancy/

Financial Analyst- Unique Group, Sharjah

Financial Analyst- Unique Group, Sharjah

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Job Purpose

To analyse financial status by collecting, monitoring, and studying data; recommending actions.

Key Result Areas

Routinely communicate business unit and company consolidated financial and operational performance trends, historical and forecasted, using appropriate metrics. Suggest trends, resulting implications, key actions, and strategic implications. Coordinate the capital spending review process for the company.

Understanding all the cost lines in P&L well and can design and create various Mito support Businesses/ Functions decisions making.

Prepare presentations in support of board and shareholder meetings, monthly/quarterly senior leadership meetings, and various strategic committees of the company.

Advise senior management team on financial planning (e.g. acquisitions, joint ventures, mergers, and loans).

Recommends debt structures by analysing refinancing options.

Lead scenario modeling efforts for the development and growth of the portfolio. Participate as a key thought leader of the global finance team, influencing decision making, identifying finance priorities, managing directly and indirectly - finance staff in multiple locations.

Analyse current and past trends in key performance indicators including all areas of revenue, cost of sales, expenses, and capital expenditures.

Model potential changes to capital structure, acquisition and divestiture planning, shareholder returns.

Monitor competitive dynamics of the sectors (liaise with sector associates).

Partner with accounting, treasury, tax as appropriate.

Evaluate financial performance by comparing and analysing actual results with plans and forecasts.

Analyse complex financial information and reports to provide accurate and timely financial recommendations to management for decision-making purposes.

An ability to present and explain investment information and financial plans.

Participate in regular audits and recommend corrective financial action plans.

Uphold the Values of the Group and Company at all times.

Provide direction and assistance to colleagues as needed.

Support Senior Management Team and Department heads with in-depth analysis.

Market research, data mining, business intelligence, and valuation comps.

Strong financial analysis foundation creating forecasts and models.

Reporting on financial performance and preparation for regular leadership reviews.

Analyse past results, perform variance analysis; identify trends, and make recommendations for improvement.

Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing publications.

Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

 

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

5 years of finance and accounting experience with progressive responsibility, especially with exposure to international operations.

CPA Qualified- Big 4 experience, MBA preferred.

Proficient in spreadsheets, databases, MS Office, and financial software applications.

Hands-on experience with statistical analysis and statistical packages.

Outstanding presentation, reporting, and communication skills.

Proven knowledge of financial forecasting and diagnosis, corporate finance and information analysis.

Well informed in current financial subjects, accounting, tax laws, money market and business environments.

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel is required; familiarity with data query/data management tools is extremely helpful (Access, SQL, Business Objects).

Proven work experience as a Financial Specialist, Financial Analyst, or relevant role.

Significant experience managing people with strong, professional communication and writing skills.

IFAS knowledge is helpful. 

QHSE Responsibilities

Comply with Unique Group’s QHSE Management System.

Promote a positive QHSE culture in the workplace.

Apply Here:

https://www.uniquegroup.com/important-links/careers/financial-analyst-sharjah

Senior Internal Auditor- Julphar, RAK-UAE

Senior Internal Auditor- Julphar, RAK-UAE

Purpose:

Internal Auditor is responsible to conduct risk assessments, perform audit engagement tasks, creating a disciplined ‎approach for Julphar by proper monitoring through annual audit processes. Must ensure right governance and compliance ‎are controlled and met with proper accounting procedures are implemented in the company.‎ Internal Auditor is accountable to verify the financial status, validate operating procedures of the company through a ‎systematic program of audits and raise audit recommendations to the stakeholders. Support process owners with ‎understanding, assessing, designing & documenting controls. Interacts with administrative and enforcement agencies; ‎monitors systems and solves problems. ‎

Key responsibilities & Accountability:

Main Responsibilities/ Key Result Areas 

• Participate in the annual risk assessment process to ensure that compliance is met within all the company’s ‎systems.‎ 

• Actively contribute in performing full audits, including risk management, control management, and assessing ‎financial reliability. ‎

 • Evaluate design and operating effectiveness of in-scope audit area , assess the effectiveness and efficiency of ‎operations and the adequacy of internal controls ‎ 

• Participate in the development of the annual risk based Audit plan ‎

 • Participate in the development of the annual Audit programs ‎ 

• Evaluate internal control and make recommendations on how to improve them • Identifying shortfalls or gaps in processes 

• Perform the audit , compliance, & consultancy tasks as assigned in the Audit program 

‎ • Work closely with auditee to mitigate the identified risks and develop the mitigation actions ‎ 

• Analyse and evaluate accounting documents, preparing reports that reflect the audit results and document the ‎proposed process. 

‎ • Prepare audit reports with audit findings along with recommendations.‎

 • Follow up the implementation of audit findings as per auditee “audit implementation plan” to ensure audit ‎matters arising are fully resolved.‎ 

• Carry out special reviews and investigation when deemed necessary.‎ 

• Ensure completion of Audit working papers , with supporting evidence and auditee feedback with the agreed upon ‎actions ‎

 • Promote ethics and help identify improper conduct.‎

 Qualifications: 

  - Education • ‎4 years Bachelor degree in Finance/ Accountancy.

  - Experience: • Minimum 5+ years of total experience is preferred with at least 3-4 years of experience working with big audit ‎firms OR/AND Pharmaceutical industry.

  - Training:

Key Competencies:

• In terms of competency you are highly result oriented with strong sense of accountability & ownership.‎

 • Must possess an analytical mind-set and numerical skills are useful in manipulating large amounts of data and ‎creating reports 

• Having strong judgmental ability to think objectively, have strong ethical standards, as well as high levels of ‎integrity to adhere to regulations and compliance are necessary 

• Must be able to manage multiple tasks, having strong attention to details, need to be incredibly organized and be ‎able to prioritize their workload and solve problems 

• Must showcase impartialness while dealing, must be resilient and calm under pressure.

‎ • Outstanding interpersonal skills for better working with others; ability to work with high profile individuals ‎externally, as well as collaborate internally

 • Must possess strong listening skills discern the best course of action for the auditee 

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion at all times

 • Ability to work in a fast-paced and sometime unpredictable environment; works well under pressure and tight ‎deadlines 

Technical Competencies:

• Certification: CA/ACCA/CIA/CPA/CISA is a mandatory fitment criteria 

• Knowledge of the standards for the professional practice of internal Auditing and the code of ethics developed by ‎the institute of internal Auditors ‎

 • Understanding of common internal control concepts , including COSO and COBIT 

‎ • Understanding of IFRS principles ‎ 

• Knowledge of Sarbanes - Oxley act provisions and methodologies is a plus

 • Knowledge of CAAT like case ware & ACL is a plus ‎ 

• Fluent verbal and written English communication skills , fluency in other languages (Arabic) is highly preferred ‎

 • Proficient in MS Office is mandatory fitment criteria.

Apply Here:

http://www.julphar-careers.com/julphar_careers/job_details.aspx?job_ref_id=50393&job_desDir=Asc&job_desPageSize=10

Manufacturing Engineer- Weatherford, Abu Dhbai

 Manufacturing Engineer- Weatherford, Abu Dhbai

Basic Function:

Responsible for setting up the Manufacturing process and establishing standard costs for all products manufactured in ADM. Providing continuous support for any issues related to manufacturing . Responsible for continuous process improvements to reduce standard costs of products. 

Duties, Responsibilities & Accountabilities:

Establish ideal raw material to be used on all products to be manufactured.

Establish routing procedures for manufactured products.

Classify and create standard costs for all new products to be manufactured.

Process planning and raising of Bills of Materials from engineering drawings.

Determine best procedure for outside processing, coordinating with machine shop and purchasing.

Work with programmers to determine best routing process.

Work with programmers to develop new fixtures and tooling for process improvement.

May assist in outsourcing manufacturing operations when unable to undertake within ADM Machine Shop.

Cover duties of Production Engineer when required.

Support continuous improvement of manufacturing process.

Takes active part in all ‘production planning’ meetings when required.

Initiate actions for all the ECN’s received in a timely manner

Qualifications

Required Education:

Mechanical Engineering Degree

High education in Mathematics, English Language and Science.

Required Experience:

Have 5-10 years’ experience in a Manufacturing Engineering environment or should have minimum 5 years’ experience in a machining environment.

Be familiar with machining processes; some ‘hands on’ machining experience including modern multi-axis CNC Machine tools.

Apply here:

https://external-weatherford.icims.com/jobs/125502/job?