**Job Title:** Finance Director**Location:** UAE**Salary:** AED 40,000 – 45,000**Experience:*** Minimum 15 years of total experience in Finance* At least 5 years of experience working in the UAE* Proven track record in multi-industry group or holding company environments, with 3–4+ years of experience in each relevant subsidiary or company**Education & Certification:*** Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Finance.* Chartered Accountant (CA) certification is mandatory**Industry Experience:**UAE-based family-owned group with multiple companies operating across diverse industries including:* Solar Energy* Veterinary Healthcare* Real Estate* Landscaping* Car Auctioneering* Facility Management**Key Responsibilities:**Financial Planning & Strategy•Develop and oversee long-term financial goals and strategies.•Forecast future financial performance based on current trends and data.Budgeting & Cost Management•Lead the budgeting process across departments.•Monitor spending and ensure adherence to financial plans.Financial Reporting•Prepare accurate financial statements and reports for senior management, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies.•Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations (e.g., IFRS, GAAP).Risk Management•Identify and mitigate financial risks.•Ensure proper insurance coverage, investment strategy, and risk controls.Cash Flow Management•Oversee cash flow to maintain liquidity and support operational needs.•Manage working capital effectively.Compliance & Controls•Ensure all financial practices comply with laws, regulations, and internal policies.•Coordinate audits (internal and external).Leadership & Team Management•Lead the finance team, including accountants, controllers, and analysts.•Drive team performance and professional development.Stakeholder Communication•Act as the financial spokesperson for the company with investors, auditors, and the board of directors.Strategic Decision Support•Provide financial insight to support key business decisions and growth strategies.•Participate in mergers, acquisitions, or expansion plans.Technology & Systems Oversight•Implement and maintain financial systems and tools to increase efficiency and accuracy.**Required Skills & Competencies:*** Strong experience in multi-industry group or holding company finance functions* Expertise in treasury, cash management, and financial planning* Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills* Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities* Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple reporting lines**Must Haves:*** CA* Experience in UAE-based family-owned businesses or diversified conglomerates* Exposure to sectors such as real estate, renewable energy, healthcare, and facility management, car auctioning
* CA* Experience in UAE-based family-owned businesses or diversified conglomerates* Exposure to sectors such as real estate, renewable energy, veterinary healthcare, facility management, car auctioning**Required Skills & Competencies:*** Strong experience in multi-industry group or holding company finance functions* Expertise in treasury, cash management, and financial planning* Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills* Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities* Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple reporting lines
