Finance Manager

Finance Manager - Dubai, UAE

Are you a strategic finance leader with strong business partnering skills and construction industry exposure

Join ALEC as a Finance Manager and drive financial performance, governance, and decision-making across a dynamic engineering and contracting environment.

Who are we

ALEC Holdings PJSC, part of the Investment Corporation of Dubai (ICD), is a leading GCC construction group with over two decades of success delivering some of the region's most complex and high-profile projects. As a proudly publicly listed company, ALEC continues to raise the bar for quality, innovation, and excellence in construction, driving iconic developments that shape skylines across the Middle East.

In the UAE, ALEC has delivered many of the nation's most iconic developments, operating as a fully integrated contractor through specialist business units that provide end-to-end construction solutions.

ALEC Building forms the structural heart of the Group, delivering high-value construction projects from foundation to finish. Whether commercial towers or luxury hospitality developments, we build safely, collaboratively, and with precision laying the groundwork for long-term success.

Why Join Us

As a Finance Manager, you will play a key leadership role in shaping financial strategy, ensuring compliance, and supporting operational decision-making across the business.

You will partner with senior leadership to improve performance, manage risk, and strengthen financial governance.

At ALEC, we're about more than just building iconic structures, we're about building exceptional careers. As a trusted partner to some of the region's most ambitious projects, we value innovation, operational excellence, and our people. Join us to deliver Project Planning and Controls initiatives that directly shape our business success, from sourcing candidates to enhancing candidate experiences.

About Your Team

The Finance Manager for ALEC will play a pivotal role in overseeing the financial operations and strategy of ALEC's. Reporting to both the Group Finance Director (GFD) and the Managing Director of ALEC, the Finance Manager will be responsible for driving financial performance, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and providing strategic financial guidance to support business objectives.

Your Role:

As a Finance Manager, you will:

Financial Strategy & Planning

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with business objectives
• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes
• Provide financial analysis and recommendations to senior management

Reporting & Compliance

• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with local regulations and international accounting standards.
• Together with the Group Tax Manager ensure compliance with applicable tax laws, regulations, and reporting requirements.
• Ensuring effective coordination with both internal and external audits and resolution of audit findings.

Treasury & Cash Management

• Manage cash flow, liquidity, and working capital to support operational requirements and strategic initiatives.
• Together with the Group Treasury Manager, monitor banking relationships, negotiate financing arrangements, and optimize investment opportunities.
• Ensure the implementation of Group treasury policies and procedures to mitigate financial risks

Governance & Controls

• Lead and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and professional development.
• Set clear objectives and performance targets, and provide ongoing feedback and coaching to support team members growth.
• Build a high-performing finance function capable of supporting the company's strategic objectives.

Team Leadership

• Lead and mentor the finance team
• Set performance targets and support professional development
• Build a high-performing finance function supporting business growth

What We're Looking For

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA or professional certification (e.g., CPA, CFA) preferred.
• Proven experience in a finance leadership role, preferably within the construction industry or a related sector.
• Demonstrated track record of driving financial performance, implementing strategic initiatives, and leading successful teams

Experience

• Proven finance leadership experience
• Construction, contracting, or engineering industry experience preferred
• Strong track record in financial planning, reporting, and performance improvement

Skills

• Strong analytical and decision-making abilities
• Financial governance and compliance knowledge
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Ability to influence senior leadership and support operational teams

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work within one of the region's leading construction groups
• Exposure to large-scale projects and executive leadership
• Collaborative and high-performance culture
• Career progression and leadership development opportunities

Ready to shape financial performance and business strategy

If you are a proactive finance leader who thrives in a dynamic project-driven environment, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and be part of something excellent