Financial Advisor to the Founder

Overview

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Role Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Own the books — ensure all financial records are accurate, up-to-date, and audit-ready at all times
• Maintain a clean general ledger, chart of accounts, and monthly closing process
• Review, verify, and sign off on accounts payable, receivables, and bank reconciliations
• Process and audit agent commissions across variable (50%), marketing (40%/30%), and fixed salary structures
• Track and report GTV milestones, team-wise revenue contribution, and monthly P&L; to the Founder
• Build 12–36 month forward-looking financial models and scenario-based forecasts
• Advise on UAE corporate tax structuring, VAT optimisation, and RERA financial compliance
• Proactively identify financial risks and recommend mitigation strategies
• Guide cash flow planning, profit protection, and cost optimisation across business lines
• Evaluate marketing spend ROI and data acquisition investment decisions
• Support strategic decisions — new market entry, developer partnerships, team restructuring
• Advise on future fundraising, investor readiness, or strategic partnership structuring
• Flag regulatory changes in UAE financial and real estate law that impact the business
• Conduct regular advisory sessions (monthly or bi-monthly) with clear, actionable recommendations

What We Are Looking For

• 5 to 10 years in finance, accounting, or strategic financial consulting
• Deep hands-on experience maintaining books — not just reviewing them
• Strong knowledge of UAE corporate tax law, VAT regulations, and real estate compliance (RERA)
• Proven track record advising UAE SMEs, founders, or real estate businesses
• Strong financial modelling, forecasting, and bookkeeping capabilities
• Ability to translate complex financial data into clear, founder-friendly decisions
• High integrity, confidentiality, and comfort operating at the leadership level CA / CFA / ACCA / MBA Finance or equivalent qualification preferred
• UAE-based with active network in financial and legal advisory circles

Nice To Have

• Experience in a commission-driven or transaction-based business
• Understanding of off-plan property transactions and developer payment structures
• Prior exposure to mortgage or financial services within UAE real estate
• Familiarity with CRM platforms and digital sales operations
• Existing relationships with UAE legal and tax advisory firms

This Role Is Not For You If

• You are only a strategist — this role requires you to also get into the books
• You prefer large corporate structures over direct founder collaboration
• You operate reactively — we need proactive, forward-thinking financial guidance
• You are uncomfortable with the accountability of keeping financial records intact
• You are looking for a full-time employment role with rigid deliverables

• Engagement Type ---> Full Time

• Experience Required ---> 5 to 10 years
• Reporting ---> To the Founder

• Location ---> Dubai / Sharjah, UAE

• Joining ---> Immediate availability preferred
• Qualification ---> CA / CFA / ACCA / MBA Finance (preferred)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent