Section Head - Finance

Dubai Careers - A Smart Dubai Initiative; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading initiative seeks a Section Head - Finance responsible for developing finance strategies aligned with organizational vision. This role involves managing financial processes including accounting, budgeting, and regulatory compliance while leading a skilled finance team to achieve outstanding results. The ideal candidate will bring significant experience and leadership in financial management.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience, including 4-5 years in a similar role.
• At least 5 years of team management experience.
• Minimum 3 years managing budgets.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic finance initiatives aligned with GDMO strategy.
• Manage execution of Finance department's strategic vision to meet goals.
• Produce monthly KPI reports and lead Finance team development.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Acumen

Budget Management

Regulatory Compliance

Team Development

Education

Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business Administration

Professional certifications such as CPA, CFA, or CMA

Job description

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JOB PURPOSE

The Section Head - Finance is responsible for developing the Finance strategy aligned with GDMO’s vision, including core accounting, budgeting, planning, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance. This role involves developing, communicating, updating, and implementing Finance policies and procedures across GDMO. Additionally, the role entails developing the Finance team’s technical and soft skills through various training methods. The role requires demonstrating leadership, financial acumen, and adherence to business policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic finance initiatives, systems, and tools in line with GDMO strategy.
• Manage the execution of the Finance department’s strategic vision to meet organizational goals.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with GDMO Directors to support their Finance needs.
• Lead the Finance team, providing technical guidance and ensuring successful delivery of results.
• Produce monthly KPI reports and develop talent within the team through ongoing training.

Policies and Procedures

• Create and update budget guidelines, policies, and approval limits.
• Manage policies for accounting, reporting, asset management, HR leave and attendance, and credit card usage.

Planning and Budgeting

• Oversee annual budget processes, ensuring timely distribution and adherence to objectives.
• Develop financial statements, variance analyses, and manage overall budget utilization.

Accounting and Financial Management

• Oversee cost accounting, fixed asset management, and financial statement preparation.
• Manage regulatory reporting and compliance with UAE regulations.

Payroll and Cost Management

• Supervise payroll processes ensuring accurate and timely payments.
• Conduct cost management activities, analyzing key drivers and implementing improvements.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience, including 4-5 years in a similar role.
• At least 5 years of team management experience.
• Minimum 3 years managing budgets.
• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business Administration (MBA).
• Professional certifications such as CPA, CFA, or CMA are preferred.

Key Performance Indicators

• Development of finance policies and procedures.
• Timely completion of accounting, planning, budgeting, and payroll activities.
• Budget variance and cost savings.
• Financial compliance and regulatory adherence.

This job posting is active and open until 14/07/2025.