Group Finance Director

Decision Management Consultants LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical distribution company in Dubai is seeking a Group Finance Director. This role involves managing financial reporting, overseeing accounting functions, and developing budgets. Candidates must have 15-20 years of experience, a CA/CPA/MBA qualification, and strong leadership capabilities. The company offers a competitive salary and employee benefits as per UAE Labour Law. Join a prominent organization recognized for its commitment to excellence in the healthcare sector.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Employee Benefits as per the UAE Labour Law

Qualifications

• 15-20 years of relevant experience with at least 5 years in a senior finance leadership role.
• Ability to interpret data and understand the business beyond the numbers.
• Experience leading high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for financial and accounting control, planning and reporting.
• Oversees all accounting and reporting functions.
• Manages financial reporting processes including budgeting and internal reporting.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Negotiation skills

People management

Commercial understanding

Education

CA / CPA / MBA

Job description

We are recruiting a Group Finance Director for a prominent pharmaceutical distribution company based in Dubai UAE.

About Our Client

Our client is a well‑established pharmaceutical organization in Dubai recognized for delivering high‑quality healthcare and wellness products across the region. With strong operational standards and a commitment to excellence the company continues to expand its portfolio and strengthen its presence in the UAE’s healthcare sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for financial and accounting control planning and actual reporting and managing overall fund flow as well as overseeing the Group's trading and investment activities
• Oversees all accounting and reporting functions including Group‑level reporting
• Provides regular updates on the financial health and status of the organization
• Manages financial reporting processes (monthly and quarterly) cash and treasury reporting budgeting mid‑term planning and other internal reporting requirements
• Evaluates business investment proposals including new opportunities and investments within existing operations
• Prepares budgets by developing schedules, collecting and analyzing data, consolidating financial insights and recommending action plans
• Achieves budget targets by scheduling expenditures, analyzing variances and initiating corrective measures
• Ensures tax optimization and full compliance with UAE tax laws including VAT and Corporate Tax
• Manages the opening of LCs and ensures full compliance by verifying the accuracy and timeliness of all required documents for both company and customer transactions
• Guides financial decision‑making by establishing monitoring and enforcing financial policies and procedures
• Safeguards company assets by implementing and monitoring internal controls including credit control, debtor collection and insurance assessments
• Monitors and validates the organization’s financial condition through audits and by providing accurate financial information to the Owner

Requirements

• CA / CPA / MBA qualified with a strong academic foundation in finance
• 15–20 years of relevant experience including at least 5 years in a senior finance leadership role ideally within multinational organizations
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and understand the business beyond the numbers
• Commercially astute with solid business understanding and financial foresight
• Proven people management capabilities with experience leading high‑performing teams
• Excellent negotiation skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Employee Benefits as per the UAE Labour Law

Required Skills

CA / CPA / MBA qualified with a strong academic foundation in finance
15–20 years of relevant experience including at least 5 years in a senior finance leadership role ideally within multinational organizations
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and understand the business beyond the numbers
Commercially astute with solid business understanding and financial foresight
Proven people management capabilities with experience leading high‑performing teams
Excellent negotiation skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels