Job type
PermanentLocation
DubaiSpecialism
Accountancy And FinanceIndustry
Retail & Consumer GoodsPay
50-60,000 AED + benefits
Head of Finance - Dubai
Your new company
My client in Dubai is looking for a Head of Finance with GCC experience.
Your new role
•Lead the development and execution of finance business strategies
•Oversee strategic planning, annual operating plans (AOP), forecasting, and capital planning processes
•Provide analytical and planning support to achieve performance targets, including market expansion and product diversification.
•Manage financial integrity across the company by safeguarding assets, ensuring prudent balance sheet management, and optimising financial operations.
•Ensure compliance with all legal, tax, accounting, management reporting, and corporate governance requirements in a cost-effective manner.
•Maintain robust financial controls and establish a strong internal control environment across all operations.
•Develop and enforce financial strategies for effective dealings with banks and international suppliers, enhancing global procurement and financing structures.
•Support the IT strategy implementation, ensuring alignment with operational needs and efficiency.
•Promote continuous improvement within the finance department to enhance cost efficiency, effectiveness, and timeliness.
- Foster the development of skills and capabilities within the Finance team to ensure alignment with industry best practices
What you'll need to succeed
•Degree in Finance from an accredited business school.
•Minimum of 8–10 years of experience in financial roles within the FMCG sector.
•Experienced in managing financial relationships with banks and international suppliers.
•Proficient in the use of advanced financial software and computer systems.
•Strong communication skills; proficiency in Arabic is highly desirable.
•Demonstrated integrity, high ethical standards, and a commitment to corporate governance.
•In-depth knowledge of local and international statutory laws, financial regulations, and corporate policies.
•Effective team player with a proven ability to collaborate across functions and levels.
•Comprehensive understanding of the FMCG market dynamics, including competitors’ financial capabilities and market trends.
What you need to do now
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