Virtual CFO

SuperCFO; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Part time

Job summary

A UAE-based financial services firm is seeking a part-time Virtual CFO to provide strategic financial leadership oversight. The role involves managing accounting and reporting, optimising Zoho Books, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates should have a CA or equivalent qualification, with 15–25 years of senior finance leadership experience, particularly in manufacturing. Strong skills in financial planning, budgeting, and stakeholder management are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• 15–25 years of senior finance leadership experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Proven expertise in strategic financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Strong knowledge of UAE regulations and compliance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of pending reconciliations and help bring books up to date.
• Set financial strategy aligned with business goals and operations.
• Review detailed budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis.
• Establish and maintain internal financial controls and policies.

Skills

Strategic financial planning

Stakeholder management

Collaboration

Communication

Education

CA or equivalent professional qualification

Tools

Zoho Books

Job description

This is a part‑time Virtual CFO role for a UAE‑based company in the automotive aftermarket sector. The role involves strategic financial leadership oversight of accounting and reporting and optimisation of Zoho Books with a focus on compliance, cost efficiency and business‑growth support.

About the Company

This is a small company based in the Middle East. It plays a pivotal role in delivering high‑quality solutions tailored to meet the evolving needs of the independent repair network. Through its strategic partnership with 3M it focuses on enhancing process efficiency and customer satisfaction by leveraging a uniquely customer‑centric approach. The company’s offerings encompass a comprehensive range of advanced products and services including abrasives, coatings, films and tools designed to meet the demanding standards of automotive professionals. This collaboration marks a significant achievement in its ongoing mission to provide reliable innovative solutions that support industry growth and operational excellence across the region.

Roles and Responsibilities

Accounting & Reporting Oversight

• Take ownership of pending reconciliations and help bring books up to date.
• Ensure due processes are set up for inter‑company accounting.
• Supervise monthly, quarterly and annual financial closings.
• Ensure compliance with local reporting standards.
• Review financial statements and management reports.

Financial Leadership & Strategy

• Set financial strategy aligned with business goals and operations.
• Advise the CEO and board on financial planning, risks and opportunities.
• Oversee capital allocation, funding strategies and investment decisions.
• Drive cost optimisation and working‑capital efficiency.
• Provide necessary guidance to the Accounting team on an ongoing basis.

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Review detailed budgets, forecasts and variance analysis.
• Monitor profitability by business unit and product line.
• Lead scenario modelling to support strategic decisions.
• Establish KPIs and dashboards for financial visibility.

Controls & Compliance

• Establish and maintain internal financial controls and policies.
• Conduct periodic financial risk assessments.
• Oversee Zoho Books setup and optimise for better controls.

Qualifications

• CA or equivalent professional qualification required.
• 15–25 years of senior finance leadership experience preferably in manufacturing.
• Utilise Zoho Books effectively to manage reports, reconciliations and overall financial accuracy.
• Proven expertise in strategic financial planning, budgeting and forecasting.
• Strong knowledge of UAE regulations and compliance frameworks.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and presentation skills.
• Collaborative leadership style with the ability to guide cross‑functional teams and drive performance.