- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Director
- Department
- Finance, Accounting & Revenue Management
- Posted
- Nov 10, 2026
About Aman
Founded in 1988 with the opening of Amanpuri in Phuket, Aman has established a distinctive presence in luxury hospitality through its collection of intimate resorts, hotels and residences. Rooted in a philosophy of peace, privacy and sensitivity to place, the brand combines thoughtful architecture with highly personalised service. As an employer, Aman offers a professional setting where discretion, cultural awareness and meticulous attention to detail are central to the guest experience. Its international portfolio encompasses careers in hospitality operations, culinary arts, wellness and corporate functions, appealing to professionals who value understated excellence and the craft of creating deeply considered experiences.
Aman seeks a Director of Internal Controls for its Dubai Corporate Office, reporting to the Chief Financial Officer and leading the Group’s internal controls, governance, enterprise risk management and SOX readiness across corporate offices, hotels and residences. The role advises Executive Management and the Audit Committee, oversees the Internal Controls team and requires frequent travel across the portfolio.
Role & Responsibilities
- Develop and lead the Group’s internal controls strategy, aligning it with Aman’s growth plans, risk profile and governance standards.
- Own and maintain the Internal Control Framework, driving consistent implementation across corporate offices, hotels and residences.
- Deliver the annual risk-based internal controls plan, prioritising reviews and resources according to business risk.
- Lead the Group’s SOX readiness programme, including control design, testing, remediation and executive reporting.
- Manage the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Framework and Corporate Risk Register, partnering with leaders to identify and mitigate key risks.
- Provide regular reporting and insights to Executive Management and the Audit Committee on controls, risks and remediation progress.
- Oversee control self-assessments, policy governance and compliance with key financial and operational controls across the portfolio.
- Lead fraud risk management activities, investigations and whistleblowing matters in partnership with Legal and Human Resources.
- Support hotel openings, acquisitions, system implementations and strategic projects by embedding effective control environments from inception.
- Build a strong culture of governance and accountability through training, stakeholder partnership, data analytics and leadership of the Internal Controls team.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics or a related field; an MBA or master’s degree is an advantage.
- A professional qualification such as CPA, CA, ACCA or CIA is required; CISA, CFE or CRMA certifications are highly desirable.
- Experience leading global internal controls or SOX compliance programmes across multiple countries and business units.
- Strong knowledge of COSO Internal Control and ERM frameworks, financial controls, fraud risk management and governance best practices.
- Proven ability to influence and advise senior executives, Audit Committees and Boards on risk, controls and compliance matters.
- Experience in hospitality, luxury, real estate or other multi-site operating environments is preferred.
- Commercial mindset and ability to balance robust controls with operational efficiency and an exceptional guest experience.
- Strong understanding of ERP systems, control automation, data analytics and governance, risk and compliance (GRC) platforms.
- Outstanding leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build high-performing teams in a multicultural, global organisation and travel frequently across the portfolio.
Skills
Experience
Minimum 15 years in Internal Controls, Internal Audit, Risk Management or External Audit within a multinational organisation or Big Four environment.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics or a related field; an MBA or master’s degree is an advantage. CPA, CA, ACCA or CIA qualification required; CISA, CFE or CRMA certifications are highly desirable.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Dubai, Dubai, UAE.
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Benefits
Competitive benefits, including international career opportunities and support for career development in a rapidly expanding company.
Culture
Aman’s workplace culture is shaped by discreet service, meticulous attention to detail and a deep respect for the places and communities surrounding its properties. Its teams bring this philosophy to life through thoughtful collaboration and highly personalised hospitality, creating an environment where cultural sensitivity and quiet professionalism are central.
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