Head of Finance
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About the Role
A confidential company in Dubai seeks a Head of Finance to lead the finance function on a full-time, on-site basis. The role involves financial strategy, planning, reporting, compliance, cash flow management, and team development.
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Responsibilities
- Develop and implement financial strategies that align with business goals and support sustainable growth.
- Lead financial planning processes, including annual budgets, forecasts, and scenario analysis.
- Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements and management reports.
- Conduct analysis of financial results to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
- Act as a strategic partner to the executive team, providing financial perspectives to support key decisions.
- Build and maintain relationships with external partners including banks, investors, and auditors.
- Ensure full compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal controls.
- Lead the budgeting cycle in collaboration with different business units.
- Manage, coach, and develop members of the finance team.
- Oversee liquidity, receivables, payables, and treasury operations to ensure financial stability.
- Identify and manage financial risks, including currency and interest rate exposure.
- Evaluate and enhance finance processes and systems to increase efficiency, accuracy, and automation.
Requirements
- Professional certification such as CA, ACCA, CIMA, or CPA (MBA or Master’s in Finance is an advantage).
- Minimum of 5 years’ progressive experience in finance or accounting, including at least 2 years in a managerial role.
- Strong knowledge of IFRS, GAAP, and relevant financial regulations.
- Proven track record in FP&A, budgeting, and forecasting.
- Proficiency in ERP/accounting systems (e.g., SAP, QuickBooks, or similar).
- Strong leadership and people management skills.
- Excellent analytical, problem solving, and decision making capabilities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and perform effectively in a fast paced environment.
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Role Overview
- We are looking for a Head Finance to join our team in Dubai on a full time, on site basis.
- This role will focus on leading the finance function, ensuring strong financial governance, and providing the insights needed to guide the company’s growth.
- The Head of Finance will oversee planning, reporting, compliance, and cash flow management, while also building a capable and high performing finance team.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement financial strategies that align with business goals and support sustainable growth.
- Lead financial planning processes, including annual budgets, forecasts, and scenario analysis.
- Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements and management reports.
- Conduct analysis of financial results to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, providing actionable recommendations to leadership.
- Act as a strategic partner to the executive team, providing financial perspectives to support key decisions and investments.
- Build and maintain relationships with external partners including banks, investors, and auditors.
- Ensure full compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal controls.
- Coordinate with internal teams and external auditors to manage audits and implement recommendations effectively.
- Lead the budgeting cycle in collaboration with different business units.
- Track performance against budget and forecasts, highlighting variances and driving corrective actions when necessary.
- Manage, coach, and develop members of the finance team, ensuring professional growth and strong performance.
- Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the department.
Qualifications
- Professional certification such as CA, ACCA, CIMA, or CPA (MBA or Master’s in Finance is an advantage).
- Minimum of 5 years’ progressive experience in finance or accounting, including at least 2 years in a managerial role.
- Strong knowledge of IFRS, GAAP, and relevant financial regulations.
- Proven track record in FP&A, budgeting, and forecasting.
- Proficiency in ERP/accounting systems (e.g., SAP, QuickBooks, or similar).
- Strong leadership and people management skills.
- Excellent analytical, problem solving, and decision making capabilities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and perform effectively in a fast paced environment.
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