Principal Accountant, Group Controllership & Risk

Help Us Build The Future of TravelAt Airalo, we’re making it easier for people to stay connected wherever they go. As the world’s first e SIM store, our product is already used by millions of travelers across 200+ countries and regions, helping remove the friction from staying online while abroad.We’re a fully remote team of 400+ people across 60+ countries, working in a fast moving environment where ownership is clear and decisions don’t get slowed down by unnecessary layers. People here are trusted to take responsibility for their work and see it through. Your Next DestinationLocation: Remote, anywhere in the UAEContract: Full-time, permanent via Deel (our employer of record in the UAE)Benefits: Learn more about our benefits here in this link - https://airalo-public.notion.site/Benefits-25396a97ffca81fb9bc1f0be479f1be3?pvs=74 Languages: English is our main working language day to day, so you'll need to be comfortable communicating in it both in meetings and async. Airalo’s fully remote Finance team is growing. In this role, you’ll help ensure the company’s financial operations run smoothly, from reporting and budgeting to forecasting and analysis. You’ll have the autonomy to own key processes, provide actionable insights to leadership, and influence decisions that drive Airalo’s growth. If you enjoy turning numbers into impact, streamlining complex processes, and supporting a fast-growing business, this is the role for you. The Principal Accountant, Group Controllers & Risk Accountant will be responsible for end-to-end finance operations, with a strong focus on financial controls, enterprise risk management, group consolidation, and governance across multi-entity and multi-jurisdictional setups. This is an individual Contributor role. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Contribute in monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes across group entities

Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial statements

Lead group consolidation including eliminations, inter-company reconciliations, and FX translation

Design, implement, and monitor internal financial controls (IFC / SOX-like)

Develop and maintain Risk & Control Matrices (RACMs), SOPs, and control documentation

Identify control gaps, drive remediation plans, and strengthen preventive and detective controls

Ensure segregation of duties and governance across all finance processes

Act as primary point of contact for statutory, internal, and group audits

Oversee compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements

Lead or support ERP and consolidation system implementations

Support new entity setups, restructuring, and business expansion

Partner with FP&A, Tax, Legal, HR, and Operations teams

Oversee inter-company agreements, recharge mechanisms, and transfer pricing support

Must Haves:

Must Haves:

CA / CPA / ACCA or equivalent qualification

7+ years of experience in controllership or financial control roles

Strong experience in multi-entity consolidation and reporting

Hands-on exposure to internal controls and audit management

Working knowledge of IFRS.

Attention to detail with ability to work in fast-scaling environments

Strong stakeholder management and communication skills

Process improvement and automation orientation

Experience in startups, consultancies or MNCs

Exposure to cross-border and multi-currency operations

ERP implementation or optimization experience

If you are interested in the position, please apply via the link. Why People Join Us In the UAEWe’re a fully remote team across 60+ countries, built on a simple idea: trust people to own their work and deliver without unnecessary layers or heavy process getting in the way.Many people joining us from the UAE are looking for clarity in scope and real ownership in their role. They want to know what they’re responsible for, how success is measured, and have direct access to the people making decisions.What often stands out is the combination of a global, product-led company with a flexible remote setup. For many, it’s the opportunity to work on a product used by millions of travelers worldwide, alongside a team that moves quickly and values clear ownership and accountability.Before You Hit ApplyBy applying, you acknowledge and agree that, in case of successful application, Airalo may request to run background checks as a condition for entering into an agreement with you. Rest assured that these checks will only occur upon your prior consent and at the end of the selection process, and will be strictly limited to what is allowed under the laws that are applicable to you. All data that you share or that we collect in connection with such checks will be processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy, available here: www.airalo.com/more-info/privacy-policy?srsltid=Afm BOoo BT0r XAj1Fa Nel Z3Vf N0wvhwzv Aoxdt Hn OKSVETpi Sji XVuycy We sincerely thank all applicants in advance for submitting their interest in this opportunity. Airalo is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity, equity & inclusion. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations upon request for individuals with disabilities throughout our job interview process.