Project Finance Manager jobs in United Arab Emirates

The Financial Director will be a core member of the leadership team, responsible for all aspects of financial strategy, capital structure, and fundraising. The ideal candidate will bring a strong entrepreneurial spirit, extensive experience in financial management, and a proven track record of securing investment or raising capital in fast-paced, service-oriented environments.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Financial Leadership

• Develop and drive the companys financial strategy aligned with business goals
• Partner with the executive team on long-term financial planning and operational decisions
• Identify opportunities for cost optimization, margin improvement, and value creation

Fundraising & Capital Strategy

• Lead end-to-end fundraising processes including investor relations, pitch preparation, due diligence, and negotiations
• Build financial models and valuation scenarios to support funding rounds
• Manage relationships with investors, venture capital firms, and financial institutions

Financial Operations & Reporting

• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting
• Ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory financial requirements
• Provide timely and accurate reporting to internal stakeholders and external partners

Risk & Governance

• Implement robust internal controls and risk management frameworks
• Support legal and tax planning initiatives in collaboration with advisors

Qualifications

• Proven experience (10+ years) in financial leadership roles, ideally in consulting, professional services, or startup/scale-up environments
• Demonstrated success in fundraising (venture capital, private equity, or strategic investment)
• Strong grasp of financial modeling, investment evaluation, and capital structuring
• Chartered Accountant (CA), CPA, CFA, or MBA (Finance) preferred
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Highly entrepreneurial with a hands-on approach and growth-driven mindset