Strategic Finance Manager - Hospitality

Kershaw Leonard; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group in Dubai is seeking an experienced Strategic Finance Manager. This role requires a Chartered Accountant with a robust finance background, excellent communication skills, and a proven track record of managing financial operations across multiple business units. The ideal candidate will provide financial leadership and strategic insights to drive the company's growth and profitability. Competitive salary and benefits included.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunity to make an impact in a growing business

Qualifications

• Minimum 7–10 years of progressive finance leadership experience.
• Exceptional communication skills in English, both written and spoken.
• Proven ability to present financial reports to boards and shareholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning and strategy across multiple business units.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Ensure compliance with UAE financial regulations and internal governance.

Skills

Financial Leadership

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA, ACCA, CPA)

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

Job description

Position Overview

Our client started operating in Dubai in 2015 and is behind 4 of the most highly acclaimed restaurants in Dubai, with more expansion on the way. They employ around 200 people with revenue in excess of AED80 million. Their success and business expansion means we are now seeking an experienced and highly capable Strategic Finance Manager to join their dynamic hospitality and F&B group. The ideal candidate will be a Chartered Accountant with a strong academic background, ideally holding a Master’s degree in Finance or a related field, and possess a proven track record of managing the financial operations of multiple business units. This is a strategic leadership role that goes beyond numbers – we require a finance professional with charisma, credibility, and excellent communication skills, capable of engaging confidently with senior stakeholders, shareholders, operational managers, and frontline staff alike. This is a “second in command type” role that will require dedication, long term commitment and a fiery desire to ensure the company thrives well into the future.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Financial Leadership
  • Lead the financial planning and strategy for multiple business units across the group.
  • Partner with senior leadership to develop and implement financial strategies that drive growth, profitability, and long-term sustainability.
  • Provide strategic insights and recommendations to support business decisions, investments, and expansions.
• Financial Management & Reporting
  • Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and variance analysis for all entities.
  • Prepare, review, and present accurate and insightful financial reports, dashboards, and board presentations to shareholders and executive leadership.
  • Ensure robust financial controls, policies, and procedures are in place and adhered to across the group.
• Business Partnering & Communication
  • Act as a trusted advisor to operational managers and department heads, translating financial data into actionable insights.
  • Communicate complex financial information clearly and confidently to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
  • Build strong relationships across all levels of the organization, from frontline staff to shareholders.
• Compliance & Governance
  • Ensure compliance with relevant UAE financial regulations, accounting standards, and internal governance policies.
  • Oversee audits, tax filings, and statutory reporting requirements in coordination with external advisors.

Qualifications & Experience

• Fully conversant and up to date with all UAE financial and tax regulations
• Chartered Accountant (CA, ACCA, CPA) – mandatory.
• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration – preferred.
• Minimum 7–10 years of progressive finance leadership experience, with significant exposure to hospitality or F&B operations.
• Proven experience managing the finances of multiple business units or entities.
• Exceptional communication skills with first-class written and spoken English.
• Demonstrated ability to present financial reports and strategic recommendations to shareholders and boards.
• High level of charisma, credibility, and leadership presence.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with a commercial mindset.

What Is Offered

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A strategic leadership role in a dynamic and growing group.
• The opportunity to make a significant impact on the financial direction of a leading hospitality/F&B business.