Finance Director

About This Role

Designation: Finance Director

Central Function: Finance

Location: Dubai, UAE

About SUMWON STUDIOS

Sumwon Studios is a fast-growing collective of direct-to-consumer fashion brands, including MISSGUIDED, SUMWON, BALR, Baby Phat, Playboy, AiiRZ and KiZN. Headquartered in Dubai, we are redefining fast fashion through creativity, technology, and speed. Our mission is to build a next-generation fashion group that combines bold brand storytelling with operational excellence.

As we continue to scale, we are seeking a dynamic Head of Finance to lead our finance function, drive growth strategy, and establish world-class financial operations.

The Role

As Finance Director , you will be responsible for overseeing all financial operations for Sumwon Studios in the UAE and supporting our operations in the UK. You will play a key leadership role in shaping financial strategy, building scalable processes, and ensuring financial excellence across our fast-paced, multi-brand organisation.

This is a hands-on leadership role suited to a commercially driven finance professional who thrives in a start-up environment and is excited to be part of Sumwon’s growth journey.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Lead the overall financial strategy, planning, and management of the company across all brands and markets.
• Partner closely with the CEO/ COO and senior leadership to shape and execute the company’s growth and expansion strategy.
• Provide financial insights and strategic recommendations to support key business decisions.
• Develop scalable financial systems and structures that support rapid growth and multi-market operations.

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

• Own the budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes.
• Deliver accurate and timely management reports and financial analysis.
• Track and report on key financial and performance metrics across brands, channels, and regions.
• Provide scenario modelling and financial insights to guide commercial and investment decisions.

Accounting & Compliance

• Oversee all accounting, financial reporting, and compliance activities in the UAE and UK.
• Ensure all statutory filings, audits, and tax obligations are completed accurately and on time.
• Implement robust internal controls, governance frameworks, and risk management processes.
• Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, and other financial partners.

Cashflow & Treasury Management

• Monitor and optimise cash flow across all operating entities.
• Manage banking relationships, credit facilities, and funding arrangements.
• Ensure efficient capital allocation to drive sustainable growth.

Commercial Finance

• Partner with e-commerce, retail, and operations teams to optimise profitability and cost efficiency.
• Evaluate commercial performance across product categories, markets, and sales channels.
• Support pricing, sourcing, and inventory decisions with financial analysis and modelling.

Team Leadership

• Build and lead a high-performing finance team across UAE and UK operations.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Provide mentorship and professional development for finance team members.

What you’ll bring

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Minimum 10 years’ experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership capacity.
• Proven experience in fashion, retail, or e-commerce, ideally within a start-up or high-growth environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of accounting, financial planning, and reporting.
• Experience managing multi-entity, multi-currency operations.
• Commercially astute with a hands-on, entrepreneurial mindset.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving organisation.

What we'll bring

• 25 days of annual leave, increasing to 30 after your first year
• 30% employee discount across all SUMWON STUDIOS brands
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Company social events
• The coolest colleagues you can find

Why Join Us?

SUMWON STUDIOS is redefining fast fashion with a forward-thinking approach. Join a

a creative and ambitious team, and help us build a brand that resonates.