CFO in Dubai

TestHiring; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious financial firm in Dubai is seeking a dynamic CFO to shape their finance strategy and drive business growth. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of leadership experience, particularly in a Head Director or CFO capacity. Key responsibilities include overseeing financial planning, managing cash flow, and ensuring compliance with IFRS and local regulations. Strong skills in ERP systems and stakeholder management are essential for this role, alongside a background in the motor or automotive industry.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a leadership role within finance.
• Experience must be in a Head Director or CFO capacity.
• Strong command of IFRS, UAE VAT, and treasury management.

Responsibilities

• Drive the finance strategy and support business growth.
• Lead financial planning, analysis, and risk mitigation.
• Manage cash flow, credit control, and working capital.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, VAT, and local regulations.
• Collaborate with operational leaders to meet targets.
• Build and develop a high-performing finance team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Financial strategy

Risk analysis

Education

CA / ACCA or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

An exciting opportunity has opened up for a CFO to join our client in Dubai.

This role is pivotal in shaping and executing the finance strategy optimizing processes and supporting key commercial decisions at the group level.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive the finance strategy and support business growth
• Lead financial planning analysis and risk mitigation
• Manage cash flow credit control and working capital
• Oversee month-end and year-end closings and reporting
• Ensure full compliance with IFRS VAT and local regulations
• Collaborate with operational leaders to meet divisional targets
• Lead ERP implementation and financial systems improvements
• Build and develop a high-performing finance team

Ideal Candidate:

• CA / ACCA or equivalent
• 10 years in a similar leadership role
• Must be on a Head Director or CFO capacity
• Strong command of ERP financial systems and Microsoft Office
• Proficient in IFRS UAE VAT and treasury management
• Excellent communicator with strong stakeholder management skills
• Experience working in the motor / automotive industry
• Experience managing and leading a team