Deputy Chief Financial Officer

Agrupa Global Talent; Dubai; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading diversified group in the GCC region is seeking a Deputy Chief Financial Officer to be based in Dubai. This critical leadership role involves driving financial strategy, ensuring regulatory compliance, and leading multi-country finance teams. Ideal candidates should possess 15-20 years of experience in senior finance roles and a significant understanding of international operations, especially within the GCC markets.

Qualifications

• 15-20 years of experience in finance, including leadership roles.
• Qualified Accountant as ACA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent.
• Exposure to international operations or GCC markets preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial strategy and compliance with IFRS.
• Manage multi-country finance teams and enhance business performance.
• Ensure risk management and internal controls are effective.

Skills

Financial leadership

Financial reporting

Risk management

Team leadership

ERP systems proficiency

Strategic business partnering

Tax planning

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent)

Tools

SAP

Job description

Hiring for Deputy Chief Financial Officer – Dubai, UAE

We are currently supporting a leading diversified group in the GCC region in their search for a Deputy CFO to be based out of Dubai.

Location: Dubai, UAE

Industry: Multi-vertical operations across the GCC

Reporting to: Group CFO

Experience Range: Ideally between 15 to 20 years (Qualified Accountant – ACA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent)

The Deputy CFO will play a critical leadership role in driving financial strategy, ensuring compliance with IFRS and regional regulations, managing multi-country finance teams, and supporting business performance through strategic insights and planning.

Key responsibilities include:

• Financial leadership, planning, and analysis
• Financial reporting and regulatory compliance
• Risk management and internal controls
• Team leadership and cross-border coordination
• ERP systems proficiency (preferably SAP)
• Strategic business partnering and investment evaluation
• Tax planning and investor relations

Candidates with 15–20 years of overall experience, including several years in a senior finance leadership role, are encouraged to explore this opportunity.

We are open to considering candidates with relevant experience who are currently based in India and are open to relocation, particularly those with exposure to international operations or GCC markets.

If this opportunity aligns with your background or if you know someone suitable, please feel free to reach out directly or share your CV for a confidential discussion.

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