Head Internal Controller | Heritage Awali

Overview of the Role 🔍 The Head Internal Controller oversees internal controls, audits, compliance, and investigations to identify risks, prevent irregularities, and strengthen operational and financial controls across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities 📋 People Management & Development • Support performance appraisals, identify training needs, and recommend development opportunities for team members. • Coach and mentor team members while conducting regular on-the-job training. • Promote discipline, accountability, and effective employee relations within the team and across Operations.
Internal Control & Investigations • Review monthly performance to identify non-compliance, control weaknesses, irregularities, and potential malpractice. • Plan and conduct fraud investigations and operational audits as required. • Investigate concerns raised by employees, Directors, customers, or other stakeholders. • Establish and monitor a strong internal control environment for new outlets, including follow-up visits to ensure compliance. • Keep abreast of applicable financial, Health & Safety, quality, and internal control requirements.
Audit & Reporting • Review and follow up on audit action plans with the Assistant Accountant and Financial Controller. • Establish and monitor quality control procedures in collaboration with Finance and Quality Management. • Document and report audit and investigation findings, highlighting key risks, control gaps, and recommended corrective actions.
Ideal Candidate Profile 🎯 • Minimum HSC with ACCA Level 2, and 2–4 years’ experience in Accounting/Audit, preferably within the tourism or hotel industry. • Previous experience in hotel operations, with strong knowledge of Finance, Audit, and Accounting practices. • Fluent in English and French, with strong functional knowledge of the hospitality industry.
What's in it for you? 🎁 • Medical Insurance – Benefit from medical coverage, for you and your dependent(s), with 50% company contribution. • 24Hrs Personal Accident Cover – Up to Rs 100,000 cover for accidents, 24/7. • Pension Scheme – Enjoy a pension plan with company contributions for your future. • Company Doctor Services – Free on-site medical consultations for your health needs. • Performance Bonus – Earn a bonus for your hard work. • Exclusive Employee Discounts – Benefit from a wide range of discounts with MyExperience Mobile App. • Wedding & Newborn Gifts – Celebrate major life events with special company gifts. • Instant Leave Benefits – Earn 1 annual and 1 sick leave monthly from day one. • Birthday Leave – Celebrate your Birthday with 1 additional day on top of your entitled local leave. • Career Growth & Internal Mobility – Find diverse career and internal mobility options within our various clusters. • Learning & Development – Grow with training and development opportunities through our Training Academy.