Established in 1992 in U.S.A with current global Head Quarters in Dubai (UAE) and presence in nine different countries, GMS is the worlds LARGEST Buyer of ships and offshore vessels for recycling. The group has expanded and diversified in to ship ownership, cruising, sports, real estate, and other sectors.Job Scope: We are looking for a Financial Controller with strong accounting and analytical skills to add value and improve our operations by bringing a systematic and disciplined approach to the effectiveness of the risk management and controls functions. Responsible for leading the internal audit function by implementing and documenting a robust set of internal financial controls to a listed company standard. In addition, the role will involve providing senior financial expertise as required to the wider finance team. Across the areas of budgeting, financial reporting, financial analysis and forecasting to ensure financial performance is correctly recorded and monitored Review, develop and implement standards, procedures, internal controls, and processes to ensure they remain relevant and effective to meet organization requirements, corporate governance and statutory requirements.Conduct internal audits across the full spectrum of the audit cycle of planning, fieldwork and reporting. This includes Planning - identification and evaluation of key processes, risks and controls, preparation of audit programs and other procedures to test controls; Preparation of internal audit calendar / schedules and comprehensive audit programs. Prepare regular status reports of audits executed and makes recommendations for improvements Assist in the documentation of key deliverables, including Audit Announcement Memo, Audit Planning Document, and audit reports Provide updates to the risk assessment by identifying new activities, divestitures and significant changes to businesses and ensuring that the control processes in place manage risk across these new business areas Responsible for leading the annual budget process for the Group and monitoring budget slippage and other key metrics to recommend correction actions, including timely escalation. Review of the Group consolidation schedule and ensuring that the consolidated financial results are being consolidated correctly in line with IFRS Ensure prompt collections from debtors and payments to creditors. Ensure compliance with external stakeholders such as external auditors Responsible for all vendor agreements and final approver for all payments. Identification of non-conformities analyses and discusses audit findings across the company and suggests recommendations. Performs other related duties as required. Requirements To qualify for this role, you must be a Chartered Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor (CIA or equivalent) with at least 15 years of relevant work experience with a large MNC within shipping, aviation or logistics firms We are looking for a leader with a proven track record that demonstrates a hands-on approach with excellent communication skills and ability to build strong relationships with multiple stakeholders Must understand internal auditing theory and techniques, including types of controls and testing procedures as well as related work paper standards; can independently evaluate the adequacy of the controls in the context of relative risks and is able to document internal controls and procedures. Strong organizational and documentation skill Strong accounting skills, including experience leading a Group budgeting process as well as a good understanding of consolidation accounting Accuracy and attention to detail Promote the adoption of the best practice in internal control system Demonstrates the values of honesty and integrity and is able to work proactively as part of a team PREFERED CANDIDATES WITH MARITIME / SHIPPING EXPERIENCE