UAE Head - Finance

Sundus Recruitment and Outsourcing Services, Abu Dhabi; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the UAE is seeking a Head of Finance in Abu Dhabi. The ideal candidate will have over 12 years of financial experience, including significant leadership in the UAE market. Proficiency in both Arabic and English is required. Responsibilities include providing financial guidance, motivating teams, and ensuring high-quality work in financial operations. This role is vital for strategic business decisions.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in finance, including 8+ years in a similar role.
• 8+ years working experience in the UAE with market and regulations familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial assistance and information to management for business decisions.
• Lead and motivate subordinates to enhance performance.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Skills

Proficient in Arabic

Proficient in English

Strong leadership skills

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor or Master Degree in Accounting/Finance

Professional accounting/finance qualification (CPA, ACCA)

Job description

Overview

(EMIRATIZATION - UAE NATIONAL ONLY)

Role: JPC - 4730 - UAE Head - Finance

Location: Abu Dhabi

Qualifications And Experience

• Bachelor or Master Degree preferably in Accounting / Finance
• Professional accounting / finance qualification is an advantage (CPA, ACCA)
• Proficient in the Arabic and English Languages
• 12+ years of experience with at least 8+ years of strong experience in a similar role
• 8+ years working experience in the UAE, with appropriate familiarity with the UAE market and regulations

Key Interactions

• All the departments for matters pertaining to financial control such as budgets, expenses, cost allocations, financial transactions and reporting
• Auditors
• Vendors / Suppliers of Goods and Services
• Banks and Financial Institutions

Responsibilities

• Providing sound financial assistance and information to management in order for it to make important business decisions
• Lead by example and motivate subordinates to enhance performance and produce quality work, and ensure that they are continuously developed for higher-level roles
• Perform any other duties outside the scope as and when required