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About the Role
James Douglas Middle East is hiring a Head of Business Finance for a fast-growing consumer technology company in Dubai. This role works closely with the CEO, driving business performance, financial planning, and strategic decision-making.
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Responsibilities
- Own and monitor the company P&L
- Track revenue, margins, profitability, and unit economics
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
- Prepare management reports and board presentations
- Support business decisions through financial analysis and modelling
- Partner with Sales, Operations, and leadership teams
- Manage cash flow and liquidity planning
- Build and maintain cash flow forecasts
- Work closely with banking partners on facilities and funding requirements
- Monitor inventory related cash exposure and working capital
- Track stock ageing and settlement cycles
- Establish finance processes, controls, and SOPs
Requirements
- CA or MBA qualification (Rank holders preferred)
- 4–6 years of experience in Business Finance, FP&A, Treasury, or Commercial Finance
- Experience in startups or high growth businesses preferred
- Strong financial modelling and analytical skills
- Ability to work directly with founders and senior stakeholders
- UAE experience is an advantage
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Role Overview
- We are hiring a Head of Business Finance for a fast growing consumer technology company based in Dubai. This role works closely with the CEO and will play a key role in driving business performance, financial planning, and strategic decision making.
Key Responsibilities
- Own and monitor the company P&L
- Track revenue, margins, profitability, and unit economics
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
- Prepare management reports and board presentations
- Support business decisions through financial analysis and modelling
- Partner with Sales, Operations, and leadership teams
- Manage cash flow and liquidity planning
- Build and maintain cash flow forecasts
- Work closely with banking partners on facilities and funding requirements
- Monitor inventory related cash exposure and working capital
- Track stock ageing and settlement cycles
- Establish finance processes, controls, and SOPs
Requirements
- CA or MBA qualification (Rank holders preferred)
- 4–6 years of experience in Business Finance, FP&A, Treasury, or Commercial Finance
- Experience in startups or high growth businesses preferred
- Strong financial modelling and analytical skills
- Ability to work directly with founders and senior stakeholders
- UAE experience is an advantage
What's on Offer?
- Direct exposure to the CEO and leadership team
- Opportunity to build and shape the finance function
- High ownership and decision making responsibility
- Competitive salary
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