Group CFO

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

Job summary

A leading financial management firm is seeking a qualified financial leader to spearhead their financial strategy and oversee accounting and compliance. With a focus on managing multiple subsidiaries, the ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience and strong expertise in financial planning, investment analysis, and corporate governance. This role is based in Dubai, UAE, with a preference for candidates open to relocation. Competitive compensation and career advancement opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field required.
• 10+ years of experience in senior finance leadership roles.
• Strong knowledge of financial planning and investment analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall financial strategy and management of the group.
• Oversee accounting, budgeting, and audit functions.
• Provide financial insights to the Board and CEO.

Skills

Financial planning

Investment analysis

Corporate governance

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

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

Master’s or CPA/ACCA/CFA preferred

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the overall financial strategy, planning, and management of the group and its subsidiaries.
• Oversee accounting, budgeting, treasury, audit, and tax functions to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to the Board and CEO to support strategic decision-making.
• Manage group-level consolidation, financial reporting, and performance analysis.
• Implement effective financial controls, policies, and procedures across all entities.
• Develop and manage relationships with banks, auditors, investors, and external partners.
• Evaluate investment opportunities, capital structuring, and risk management frameworks.
• Support business development, M&A, and diversification initiatives.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance teams across the group.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (Master’s or CPA/ACCA/CFA preferred).
• Minimum 10+ years of experience in senior finance leadership roles, ideally within a holding group, conglomerate, or diversified business.
• Strong knowledge of financial planning, investment analysis, and corporate governance.
• Proven experience managing multiple subsidiaries and complex group structures.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Based in or open to relocation to Dubai, UAE.