CFO – Real Estate Development

RTC1 Recruitment Services; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a CFO for a prominent real estate development firm in Dubai. The role involves driving financial strategy, managing accounting, and overseeing compliance with financial regulations. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting, along with CPA or CFA, and at least 10 years of experience in finance related to real estate development. This position offers full-time employment in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in finance and accounting within the real estate development sector.
• Proven expertise in end-to-end financial management, project finance, and industry accounting practices.
• Strong knowledge of real estate valuation, funding, and investment analysis.

Responsibilities

• Drive financial strategy, planning, and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Manage accounting, reporting, and controls while monitoring budgets and costs.
• Lead and mentor finance teams, delivering accurate reports and insights.

Skills

Financial strategy

Risk management

GAAP/IFRS compliance

ERP systems

Treasury Management Systems

Real estate valuation

Investment analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

CPA, CFA, or equivalent professional certification

Tools

ERP systems

Treasury Management Systems

Job description

Position Title

CFO – Real Estate Development

Employment Type

Full Time

Job Location

Dubai, UAE

About the Client

One of the leading construction and real estate development firm based in the UAE specializing in the execution of large-scale high-rise residential projects

Skills

Job Description

• Drive financial strategy, planning, risk management, and ensure compliance with GAAP/IFRS, regulations, and audit standards.
• Manage accounting, reporting, and controls while monitoring budgets, costs, and feasibility across real estate development projects.
• Leverage ERP/TMS platforms for cash flow, forecasting, and real-time financial reporting; streamline processes for efficiency.
• Lead and mentor finance teams while delivering accurate reports, dashboards, and insights to executives, investors, and external partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA, CFA, or equivalent professional certification preferred
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in finance and accounting within the real estate development sector; With proven expertise in end-to-end financial management, project finance, and industry accounting practices
• Hands-on experience with Treasury Management Systems (TMS), ERP systems, and payment platforms
• With strong knowledge of real estate valuation, funding, and investment analysis.