FINANCE DIRECTOR

The Bussola Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bussola Group is seeking a seasoned Chief Financial Officer to lead financial strategy, reporting, control and compliance in the UAE. You will partner with the CEO and the Board to drive profitable growth, protect cash and ensure full regulatory compliance including Corporate Tax and VAT.

Responsibilites include shaping the financial roadmap, managing budgets, forecasts and dashboards, improving margins, and overseeing audits. Strong UAE/GCC experience and ERP leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• 12+ years in finance including 5+ years in senior finance leadership
• Strong UAE/GCC experience including Corporate Tax, VAT and multi-currency operations
• Board reporting experience and hands-on ERP experience (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics or similar)
• Bachelor's in Finance, Accounting or Economics or equivalent professional credentials

Responsibilities

• Shape financial strategy aligned with business goals; advise CEO and Board on investments, expansion, pricing and risk
• Own annual budget, rolling forecasts and long-range financial plan; deliver monthly management accounts and KPI dashboards
• Drive cost control and margin improvement across business units
• Oversee month-end and year-end close; ensure IFRS-compliant financial statements and clean audit opinion
• Maintain strong internal control framework and manage external audit relationships
• Manage cash flow, working capital and banking relationships; secure financing and manage debt facilities
• Ensure compliance with UAE Corporate Tax, VAT and Economic Substance rules; liaise with regulators and auditors
• Lead ERP, automation and finance process improvement projects; introduce data-driven reporting and BI tools
• Lead, coach and develop the finance team

Skills

Strategic thinking

Financial modelling

Leadership

Communication

Integrity

Education

Bachelor's in Finance, Accounting or Economics

ACCA/CPA/CA/CIMA

MBA or CFA (advantage)

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Role Summary

Lead the company's financial strategy, reporting, control and compliance. Partner with the CEO and Board to drive profitable growth, protect cash and ensure full compliance with UAE regulations, including Corporate Tax and VAT.

Key Responsibilities

• Shape financial strategy aligned with business goals; advise CEO and Board on investments, expansion, pricing and risk.
• Own annual budget, rolling forecasts and long-range financial plan; deliver monthly management accounts and KPI dashboards.
• Drive cost control and margin improvement across business units.
• Oversee month-end and year-end close; ensure IFRS-compliant financial statements and clean audit opinion.
• Maintain strong internal control framework and manage external audit relationships.
• Manage cash flow, working capital and banking relationships; secure financing and manage debt facilities.
• Ensure compliance with UAE Corporate Tax, VAT and Economic Substance rules; liaise with regulators and auditors.
• Lead ERP, automation and finance process improvement projects; introduce data-driven reporting and BI tools.
• Lead, coach and develop the finance team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's in Finance, Accounting or Economics.
• Professional qualification: ACCA, CPA, CA or CIMA (required); MBA or CFA (advantage).
• 12+ years in finance, including 5+ years in senior finance leadership.
• Strong UAE/GCC experience, including Corporate Tax, VAT and multi-currency operations.
• Board reporting experience and hands‑on ERP experience (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics or similar).

Key Competencies

• Strategic and commercial thinking with advanced financial modelling skills.
• Strong leadership and team development capabilities.
• Clear communication with non-finance stakeholders.
• High integrity, sound judgement and attention to detail.