Strategic Finance Leader for Growth & Cash Flow

Tanqeeb; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Tanqeeb is seeking a Senior Finance Leader in Abu Dhabi to report to the Managing Director. You will oversee the Finance Function with 20-25 team members, drive financial strategy, governance, and risk management across the organization.

You will ensure IFRS, UAE VAT and Corporate Tax compliance, lead budgeting and forecasting, and provide analytical support to the Board and Executive team for strategic decisions.

Qualifications

• At least 15 years of combined experience in finance and accounting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with business objectives and growth plans.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, treasury, accounting, taxation, audit, compliance, and financial reporting.
• Provide analysis and insights to support board decisions.
• Monitor KPIs with dashboards and variance analysis; recommend actions.
• Manage cash flow, working capital, inventory, and financing strategies.
• Evaluate investments, market expansion, and new brands through financial analysis and risk assessment.
• Establish internal controls, governance, and risk management frameworks.
• Ensure IFRS, UAE VAT, corporate tax and statutory compliance across the group.
• Review financial statements and management reports for accuracy and timeliness.
• Drive ERP enhancements, process improvements, and reporting efficiency.
• Engage with banks, auditors, regulators and other stakeholders.
• Develop cost optimization while safeguarding growth and operations.
• Act as strategic advisor to the Board and Executive Management.
• Lead, mentor and develop the Finance Team; set objectives and KPIs.
• Promote accountability, integrity, collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with Operations, Sales, and Procurement to improve performance.

Skills

Local Compliance

UAE Corporate Tax

UAE VAT

Tax Compliance

KYC

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance

ACCA

CA

CPA

MBA

CMA

CIMA

Tools

SAP B1

Advanced MS Excel

Job description

Tanqeeb is seeking a Senior Finance Leader in Abu Dhabi to report to the Managing Director. You will oversee the Finance Function with 20-25 team members, drive financial strategy, governance, and risk management across the organization.

You will ensure IFRS, UAE VAT and Corporate Tax compliance, lead budgeting and forecasting, and provide analytical support to the Board and Executive team for strategic decisions.