üíº We‚Äôre Hiring: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
üìç Remote (United Arab Emirates)
üïí Full-Time
üíº Level: Executive / Senior Leadership
We’re looking for an experienced, strategic, and commercially minded Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the company’s financial strategy, planning, reporting, risk management, financial operations, and long-term business growth.
The ideal candidate will have strong financial leadership experience, excellent analytical and decision-making skills, and the ability to translate financial information into actionable business strategies. This role is ideal for a senior finance professional who can work independently, collaborate with executive leadership, and operate effectively in a fully remote environment.
üéØ Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the company’s overall financial strategy
- Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial modeling
- Provide strategic financial guidance and recommendations to the CEO and executive leadership team
- Oversee accounting, financial reporting, treasury, tax, budgeting, and financial operations
- Monitor company financial performance, profitability, cash flow, working capital, and financial health
- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
- Establish and monitor financial KPIs, performance metrics, and management reporting
- Develop accurate financial forecasts and scenario analysis to support strategic decision-making
- Manage cash flow, liquidity, working capital, and capital allocation
- Oversee annual budgeting and periodic reforecasting processes
- Analyze revenue, costs, margins, expenses, and profitability across business units
- Identify financial risks, operational risks, and opportunities for cost optimization
- Develop and maintain effective financial controls, policies, procedures, and governance frameworks
- Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of financial records and reporting
- Oversee internal and external audit processes
- Coordinate with auditors, banks, financial institutions, tax advisors, legal advisors, and other external stakeholders
- Ensure compliance with applicable UAE financial, tax, accounting, and regulatory requirements
- Support corporate structuring, financing, investment, fundraising, and capital management activities when required
- Evaluate business investments, strategic initiatives, acquisitions, partnerships, and major expenditures
- Provide financial analysis and due diligence for major business decisions
- Support investor relations, shareholder reporting, and board-level financial presentations when applicable
- Lead and develop finance and accounting teams
- Establish financial systems, reporting processes, and technology improvements
- Oversee ERP, accounting, financial planning, reporting, and business intelligence systems
- Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, automation, efficiency, and cost management
- Collaborate with sales, operations, procurement, HR, legal, and other departments
- Ensure effective financial governance and accountability across the organization
- Support business expansion and strategic growth initiatives in the UAE and wider GCC region
- Prepare ad hoc financial analysis, reports, and presentations for senior management and the Board
- Perform other strategic financial responsibilities as assigned
‚úÖ Requirements
- 8–15+ years of progressive experience in finance, accounting, corporate finance, or a related field
- Proven experience in a senior finance leadership role, preferably as CFO, Finance Director, Financial Controller, or equivalent
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field
- MBA, Master’s degree, or professional qualification is a plus
- ACCA, CPA, CMA, ACA, CIMA, or equivalent professional certification is highly desirable
- Strong knowledge of financial management, accounting principles, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and corporate finance
- Strong understanding of cash flow management, working capital, financial controls, and risk management
- Experience developing financial strategies and supporting executive-level decision-making
- Strong knowledge of financial modeling, business valuation, and investment analysis
- Experience managing audits, banking relationships, tax matters, and external financial advisors
- Familiarity with UAE accounting, taxation, VAT, corporate tax, and applicable regulatory requirements
- Experience with ERP, accounting, financial reporting, and business intelligence systems
- Advanced Microsoft Excel and financial modeling skills
- Strong analytical, strategic, and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
- Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders
- Strong commercial awareness and business judgment
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and make sound decisions under pressure
- High level of integrity, confidentiality, accountability, and professionalism
- Experience working with UAE or GCC-based businesses is a strong advantage
- Strong understanding of the UAE business environment is a plus
- Fluent in English
- Arabic language skills are a plus
- Based in the United Arab Emirates
- Legally authorized to work in the UAE
- Able to work effectively in a fully remote executive environment
- Reliable internet connection and suitable home office setup
üåü What We Offer
- Fully remote executive position within the United Arab Emirates
- Competitive executive compensation package
- Performance-based bonus and incentive opportunities
- Strategic leadership role with direct impact on company growth
- Opportunity to work closely with senior management and executive leadership
- Exposure to UAE and GCC markets
- Opportunity to lead financial transformation and business growth initiatives
- Professional development and executive leadership opportunities
- Flexible and supportive remote working environment
- Collaborative and growth-oriented company culture
- Opportunities to build and manage relationships with banks, investors, advisors, and strategic partners
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Long-term career growth toward Group CFO, Regional CFO, Executive Director, Board-level, or other senior leadership positions
