Assistant Manager

2 weeks ago

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Andersen in the United Arab Emirates Full time

Assistant Manager / Manager – Controls & Governance (Risk Advisory)

Role Summary

The Assistant Manager / Manager – Controls & Governance will lead risk advisory and internal control programs, strengthen governance frameworks, and drive process optimization across financial and operational functions. The role manages end-to-end control reviews and financial reporting control initiatives, develops Delegation of Authority (DoA) matrices and SOPs, and supports clients across multiple industries with practical, implementable recommendations. The position also mentors junior team members and ensures high-quality documentation and deliverables.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the planning, execution, and reporting of risk advisory engagements, delivering clear, actionable insights to senior management and key stakeholders.
  • Manage end-to-end financial reporting controls initiatives, including process understanding, control mapping, control design assessment, walkthroughs, and operating effectiveness testing.
  • Identify key process risks, evaluate the adequacy of controls, and monitor remediation progress to support reliable financial reporting.
  • Develop, enhance, and implement Delegation of Authority (DoA) matrices to clarify decision rights, improve accountability, and support effective governance.
  • Draft and standardize Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) across finance, operations, and support functions, ensuring alignment with organizational policies, applicable regulations, and best practices.
  • Perform control gap assessments, identify process inefficiencies, and recommend pragmatic improvements; partner with stakeholders to support implementation.
  • Present observations, deficiencies, and recommendations in a structured manner through reports, presentations, and stakeholder discussions.
  • Maintain robust documentation and evidence trails with strong attention to detail, quality, and consistency; coach junior team members on documentation and delivery standards.
  • Support engagement management activities including work planning, timelines, delegation, review of outputs, and stakeholder coordination across multiple concurrent client assignments.

Candidate Profile

  • Strong understanding of governance, risk, and controls concepts across finance and operations.
  • Proven experience leading control documentation and testing, and managing remediation follow-ups.
  • Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and drive change.
  • Excellent report writing and documentation skills with a structured, detail-oriented approach.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and teams effectively

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related discipline (Master's preferred but not required).
  • Professional qualification preferred (e.g., CA, CPA, ACCA, CIA, CISA or equivalent).
  • 3–6 years of relevant experience (flexible based on Manager vs Assistant Manager level) in risk advisory, controls, governance, or financial reporting controls roles.
  • Experience across multiple industries and client-facing environments is an advantage.

Skills

  • Process mapping, risk identification, control design assessment, and controls testing.
  • SOP development, governance framework enhancement, and DoA design.
  • Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to synthesize complex information.
  • Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); exposure to ERPs (e.g., SAP/Oracle) is a plus.

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