Finance Director -ARABIC speaker, Chartered Accountant is Mandatory
Client- Holdings Group Multiple verticals Security, Engineering, Real Estate, Energy, Environment. Location- Dubai Salary AED 40,000 to AED 45,000
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Finance Director (Arabic & English Speaker) to lead the financial operations of a leading holding company in the UAE. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, regional experience, and proven expertise in financial strategy, governance, and performance management.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Planning & Strategy
- Develop and oversee long-term financial goals and strategies.
- Forecast future financial performance based on current trends, market conditions, and business data.
Budgeting & Cost Management
- Lead the organization-wide budgeting process across all departments and business units.
- Monitor expenditures and ensure strict adherence to approved financial plans.
Financial Reporting
- Prepare and present accurate financial statements and reports to senior management, board members, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies.
- Ensure full compliance with accounting standards and regulations (IFRS, GAAP, and relevant local regulations).
Risk Management
- Identify, assess, and mitigate financial and operational risks.
- Oversee insurance coverage, investment strategies, and internal risk control frameworks.
Cash Flow Management
- Oversee cash flow planning and management to ensure sufficient liquidity.
- Manage working capital effectively to support operational and strategic needs.
Compliance & Internal Controls
- Ensure all financial practices comply with applicable laws, regulations, and internal corporate policies.
- Coordinate and manage internal and external audits.
Leadership & Team Management
- Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team, including accountants, controllers, and financial analysts.
- Drive performance, accountability, and continuous professional development within the team.
Stakeholder Communication
- Act as the company's financial spokesperson with investors, auditors, financial institutions, and the Board of Directors.
- Present financial performance, forecasts, and strategic insights clearly and effectively.
Strategic Decision Support
- Provide financial analysis and insights to support key business decisions and growth strategies.
- Actively participate in mergers, acquisitions, investments, and business expansion initiatives.
ERP & Systems Implementation
- Lead the implementation, optimization, and maintenance of financial systems and ERP tools to improve efficiency, accuracy, and reporting.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Master's or Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Banking, Treasury, or a related field.
- Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification is mandatory.
- Minimum 5 years of UAE experience at Director level in a similar role.
- Experience working within holding companies or multi-entity business structures is highly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of IFRS, GAAP, and UAE regulatory frameworks.
- Fluency in Arabic and English is mandatory.
- Proven leadership and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and communication abilities.
Preferred Skills
- Experience handling multi-vertical business environments.
- Expertise in ERP systems and financial transformation projects.
- Strong negotiation and presentation skills.
