Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Overview

Financial Leadership

• Develop and execute the company's financial strategy in alignment with overall business objectives.
• Serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, providing strategic financial advice and business insights.
• Lead and oversee all finance, accounting, treasury, taxation, and financial reporting functions.
• Establish financial policies, internal controls, and governance frameworks to safeguard company assets.

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Direct the preparation of annual budgets, financial forecasts, and long-term business plans.
• Monitor financial performance, analyze variances, and provide recommendations to improve profitability and operational efficiency.
• Develop financial models to support strategic investments, mergers, acquisitions, and business expansion initiatives.
• Present financial reports, forecasts, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to senior management and stakeholders.

Accounting & Compliance

• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements in accordance with IFRS and applicable regulations.
• Oversee month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Manage external audits, internal audits, tax filings, and statutory reporting requirements.
• Ensure compliance with UAE tax regulations, VAT requirements, and applicable financial legislation.

Treasury & Cash Flow Management

• Oversee cash flow planning, liquidity management, and working capital optimization.
• Manage banking relationships, financing arrangements, and investment activities.
• Develop strategies to optimize capital structure and financial performance.

Risk Management

• Identify financial risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Strengthen internal control systems and corporate governance practices.
• Ensure business continuity through effective financial risk management.

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing finance teams.
• Collaborate with department heads to support business planning and operational decision-making.
• Build strong relationships with auditors, financial institutions, investors, regulators, and key stakeholders.

Requirementseducation

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Master's Degree (MBA, Finance, or equivalent) is highly preferred.
• Professional qualification such as CPA, ACCA, CMA, CA, or CFA is required.

Experience

• Minimum 10 years of progressive finance and accounting experience.
• At least 7 years in a senior financial leadership role (CFO, Finance Director, or Head of Finance).
• Proven experience managing multi-entity or regional finance operations.
• Strong background in financial strategy, corporate finance, budgeting, forecasting, and compliance.

Skills & Competencies

• Comprehensive knowledge of IFRS, financial reporting, corporate governance, and internal controls.
• Strong understanding of UAE VAT, corporate taxation, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent leadership, strategic planning, and business partnering skills.
• Advanced financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical capabilities.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar) and financial reporting tools.
• Outstanding communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and commercial acumen.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Technology, Aviation, Transportation, Smart Mobility, Facilities Management, Real Estate, Infrastructure, Hospitality, or Service Industries.
• Experience supporting mergers and acquisitions (M&A), fundraising, or business expansion projects.
• Knowledge of business intelligence tools such as Power BI or Tableau is an advantage.
• GCC or UAE leadership experience is highly preferred.

Application Question(S)

• Can join immediately

Experience

• Chief Financial Officer: 10 years (Required)
• CPA, ACCA, CMA, CA, or CFA: 10 years (Required)