Internal Control Manager Agthia

The Internal Control Manager will be responsible for designing, implementing, and continuously improving a strong internal control environment across Agthia. The role ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, enhances operational efficiency, and safeguards the reliability of financial reporting in accordance with IFRS, COSO principles, and UAE market regulations. The position plays a key role in supporting governance, risk mitigation, and business process optimization across all Agthia entities.

Control Testing and Monitoring

• Lead the control self-assessment (CSA) program and oversee ongoing monitoring of control effectiveness.
• Coordinate walkthroughs, control design assessments, and operating effectiveness testing with internal audit and external consultants.
• Track and report internal control deficiencies, ensuring timely remediation and closure of gaps.
• Facilitate compliance with regulatory frameworks including ADX, SCA, and other local governance requirements.
• Support ICFR-related audit activities.

Policies and Procedures Management

• Lead development, review, and enhancement of financial and operational policies and procedures.
• Ensure alignment with local laws, Delegation of Authority (DOA), internal controls, and operational best practices.
• Standardize policies across high-risk processes including P2P, O2C, inventory, and payroll.

Stakeholder Training & Communication

• Conduct training sessions to enhance internal control awareness across the organization.
• Communicate risk findings, control gaps, and improvement opportunities to stakeholders.
• Prepare periodic reports on control effectiveness, risk levels, and remediation updates for Head of Internal Controls and senior management.