Job Description

Position Summary:

The Finance Director will lead the company financial operations, manage corporate finance strategy, ensure regulatory compliance, and implement financial controls to support rapid business expansion and joint ventures. The ideal candidate is both a strategic thinker and hands-on executor, capable of evolving into the future CFO of the group.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Financial Management

Develop and oversee long-term financial strategy aligned with the company vision Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning cycles Partner with the CEO and business development team to evaluate investments and new ventures

Financial Reporting & Controls

Ensure accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements Oversee internal audits, financial controls, and risk management frameworks Prepare and present board-level financial reports

Cash Flow & Capital Allocation

Manage working capital and optimize cash flow across the holding and subsidiaries Lead debt financing, banking relationships, and capital structuring Supervise investment analysis and ROI modeling for new ventures

JV & M&A Financial Support

Conduct financial due diligence for joint ventures and acquisitions Support legal and commercial teams in structuring equity deals, exit terms, and profit-sharing Track financial performance of partner companies and strategic projects

Regulatory & Compliance

Ensure compliance with UAE tax laws, VAT, IFRS, and regulatory filings Liaise with external auditors, legal advisors, and tax consultants

Team Leadership

Build and manage a small finance team with scalability in mind Develop SOPs, accounting policies, and digital tools to streamline finance operations

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics (Master's or MBA preferred) CPA, CA, or CMA certification (mandatory) 10+ years of progressive experience in finance roles, ideally in holding groups or investment firms Strong understanding of financial strategy, capital structuring, and compliance in the UAE Excellent leadership, analytical, and communication skills Experience working alongside executive leadership and board members

Career Track:

This position is designed as a

pipeline to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

role within 12-24 months. Candidate will be evaluated on:

Financial discipline and reporting accuracy Contribution to revenue generation and JV support Budget alignment, internal controls, and risk management Strategic insight during board discussions
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED15,000.00 - AED25,000.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

Abu Dhabi: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Education:

Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:

Senior position: 5 years (Required)
Language:

English (Required) Arabic (Required)
Location:

Abu Dhabi (Required)
Application Deadline: 06/06/2025