Chief Financial Officer

Easy And Fast To Upload Your CV; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Easy And Fast To Upload Your CV is seeking a Chief Finance Officer to oversee the financial health of the organization. The ideal candidate will develop financial strategies, ensure compliance with regulations, and manage financial operations. Candidates should have at least 12 years of financial management experience, including 5 years in a leadership role, and a strong understanding of financial principles.

This role is vital for shaping the company's future direction and supporting strategic initiatives within the organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years of financial management experience with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Deep knowledge of financial principles, regulations, and reporting.
• Proficiency in financial software and tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with company objectives.
• Lead budgeting and long-term financial planning processes.
• Oversee accounting operations and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Manage cash flow and optimize financial structure.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks.

Skills

Financial management

Strategic planning

Budgeting

Risk management

Team leadership

Financial analysis

Education

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

Master's degree (preferred)

CPA, CFA or equivalent certification

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Financial modeling tools

Job description

Role Overview

The Chief Finance Officer is a strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing the financial health of the organization. This individual leads financial planning budgeting forecasting risk management and reporting activities. The Finance Director ensures compliance with financial regulations and provides insightful financial analysis to support decisionmaking at the executive level.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Financial Leadership

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with the companys longterm objectives.
• Provide executive management with accurate and timely financial and operational information.
• Play a key role in formulating the companys future direction and supporting strategic initiatives.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)

• Lead annual budgeting and longterm financial planning processes.
• Analyze financial results track key performance indicators (KPIs) and identify trends.
• Prepare financial forecasts and scenario planning for senior leadership.

Accounting and Compliance

• Oversee all accounting operations including accounts payable accounts receivable payroll and general ledger.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP IFRS tax regulations and internal policies.
• Liaise with external auditors tax advisors and regulatory bodies as needed.

Cash Flow and Treasury Management

• Manage cash flow planning and ensure availability of funds.
• Optimize companys financial structure including capital allocation and investment strategies.
• Maintain relationships with financial institutions and manage debt facilities if applicable.

Risk Management

• Identify assess and mitigate financial risks.
• Implement internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure financial integrity.
• Monitor and ensure adequate insurance coverage and risk management procedures.

Team Leadership

• Build and lead a highperforming finance team.
• Set objectives monitor performance and provide coaching and development.
• Foster a culture of accountability transparency and continuous improvement.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting Economics or related field (Masters preferred).
• CPA CFA or equivalent professional certification is highly desirable.
• Minimum 12 years of progressive financial management experience with at least 5 years in a leadership role preferably from perfume cosmetics or luxury industry.
• Deep knowledge of financial principles regulations and reporting requirements.
• Proficiency in financial software (e.g. ERP systems Excel financial modeling tools).