Chief Financial Officer (Russian Speaker)

Role Overview

Financial Strategy & Leadership

• Define and execute the Group’s financial strategy aligned with business objectives
• Develop and implement financial strategies, budgets, and forecasts aligned with organizational goals
• Act as a strategic advisor on financial planning and business growth

Financial Operations & Governance

• Lead and manage the finance and accounting function across all legal entities
• Oversee accounting, reporting, tax, and audit functions across multiple jurisdictions
• Ensure compliance with UAE financial regulations, tax laws, and audit requirements
• Ensure timely, accurate, and transparent financial reporting to senior leadership
• Establish and strengthen internal controls, policies, and financial procedures

Financial Management & Control

• Manage cash flow, cost control, and financial risk effectively
• Monitor financial performance and drive profitability improvements
• Ensure efficient allocation and utilization of financial resources

Audit & Compliance

• Lead annual audits and liaise with external auditors
• Ensure full regulatory compliance across all jurisdictions

Strategic Business Partnering

• Provide strategic financial insights and recommendations to the CEO and senior leadership team
• Support key business decisions through financial analysis and scenario planning

Systems & Process Optimization

• Optimize and enhance ERP and financial systems to improve efficiency and reporting
• Drive automation and continuous improvement of financial processes

Transformation & Change Management

• Lead and support finance transformation initiatives, including system implementations, process improvements, and organizational development
• Drive a culture of performance, accountability, and continuous improvement within the finance function
• Support broader business transformation initiatives across the region

Team Leadership & Development

• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing regional finance team
• Establish clear structures, roles, and succession plans across the function
• Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture aligned with company values
• Develop talent and capabilities to support future growth

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience as CFO, Finance Director, or equivalent senior finance leadership role in an international organization
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive business performance
• Experience managing multi-country operations, ideally across the Middle East region
• Deep understanding of financial planning, reporting, and governance within a complex, international business
• Demonstrated track record of driving transformation, improving processes, and delivering measurable business impact
• Experience operating within a matrix organization and working with global teams
• Strong leadership skills
• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; professional qualifications (ACA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent) preferred

Language Requirement

• Russian – fluent
• English – fluent