159 Finance Director jobs in Dubai

• Lead the firm’s overall finance function, ensuring strong financial governance and strategic oversight
• Develop and manage budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes
• Oversee the preparation of management accounts, financial statements, and regulatory reporting
• Ensure compliance with all applicable financial regulations and corporate governance standards
• Liaise with auditors, tax advisors, and external stakeholders to support statutory and regulatory requirements
• Provide strategic financial input to senior leadership and support decision-making across the business
• Monitor and manage capital adequacy, liquidity, and financial risk in line with business needs
• Drive process improvements, cost controls, and operational efficiency across the finance function

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (Master’s degree or MBA preferred)
• Recognised professional qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent)
• Minimum 8 years of experience in financial leadership roles within financial services (essential)
• Proven ability to manage a finance team and work closely with executive stakeholders
• Excellent analytical, communication, and organisational skills.

To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience.

Please note that due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Director Finance • Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Skills

Our client is an international trading company, that is starting up operations in JLT, Dubai, UAE.

We are seeking an experienced and analytical finance director with strong numerical skills to drive our organization's financial operations and improve financial performance.
Duties for the finance director will include supervising accounting staff, overseeing internal controls, setting financial targets, implementing fund-raising strategies, engaging with investors, developing a financial strategy, conducting feasibility studies, monitoring expenditure, overseeing annual insurance, treasury, monitoring cash flow, evaluating investments, and managing tax compliance.
Responsibilities:

• Directing financial planning and strategy.
• Analyzing and reporting on financial performance.
• Overseeing audit and tax functions.
• Developing and implementing accounting policies.
• Preparing forecasts and comprehensive budgets.
• Training accounting staff.
• Assessing, managing, and minimizing risk.
• Managing internal controls.
• Managing the receipt, banking, and protection of company funds.
• Advising senior managers on risk assessments, including company loans, investments, and liquidity.
• Anticipating the company's borrowing needs.
• Maintaining the financial systems and policies controlling the company's treasury activities.
• Maintaining third-party financial activities.
• Handling outsourced Treasury functions.
• Preparing budgets and financial statements.
• Submitting forecasting and financial reports.
• Implementing legislative and financial policies.

Qualifications:

• bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
• With a minimum of 5 years similar experience.
• Proficiency in accounting software.
• Strong aptitude for math.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Broad knowledge of accounting principles

The American University in the Emirates is looking for a Finance Director who will serve as the strategic leader overseeing all financial operations of the university. This role ensures the university's fiscal health by developing financial strategies, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. The Finance Director will work closely with senior leadership to support the university's mission and long-term goals.

Range of Salary Package: AED 25,000 (subject to experience) with additional benefits

Qualifications & Experience

• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• CPA, CFA, or equivalent professional certification is highly preferred.
• Must be bilingual (speaks English and Arabic fluently)
• Preferably has proven experience in higher education

Skills / Training / Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of financial regulations, accounting principles, and reporting standards.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
• Proficiency in financial software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex financial information clearly.

Experience

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive financial management experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Experience in the higher education sector or a large, complex organization is an advantage.

Job Description

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with the university’s mission and strategic goals.
• Provide leadership in financial planning, forecasting, and investment management.
• Advise the executive team on financial performance, risks, and opportunities.
• Oversee the preparation and management of the annual operating and capital budgets.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, including monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
• Monitor financial performance and provide actionable insights to senior leadership.
• Ensure compliance with all financial, legal, and regulatory standards.
• Implement internal controls to safeguard university assets and minimize financial risks.
• Liaise with external auditors, ensuring successful audits and resolving any findings.
• Supervise and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
• Oversee accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and procurement processes.
• Optimize financial systems and processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Collaborate with academic and administrative departments to align financial planning with institutional priorities.
• Build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders, including donors, government agencies, and financial institutions.

About AX Capital

AX Capital is one of Dubai’s leading real estate brokerages, known for our tech-forward approach, global reach, and elite service delivery. With over 300 agents and multilingual specialists, we are entering a new growth phase with ambitious plans for the next 3 years.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a forward-thinking Finance Director to lead AX Capital into its next chapter. This pivotal leadership role requires a digitally-savvy financial strategist who thrives in high-stakes environments and is passionate about building robust, scalable systems that empower organizational growth.

We’re not looking for someone to maintain the status quo; we want a finance leader who will transform it.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Finance Leadership
• Oversee the end-to-end finance function across AX Capital.
• Guide financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and modelling.
• Advise executive leadership on financial strategy, capital structure, and investment planning.

System and Process Innovation

• Review current finance operations, transitioning from Excel dependency to modern ERP platforms.
• Drive automation, reporting accuracy, and team efficiency.

Cash Flow Management

• Manage cash flow tightly to navigate short-term constraints and position the company for sustainable growth.
• Oversee cost control and working capital optimization initiatives.

Team Leadership

• Build, mentor, and scale a high-performing finance team aligned with AX Capital’s growth trajectory.
• Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as Finance Director or in a senior finance role.
• Strong track record in real estate, brokerage, fintech, or high-growth environments.
• Experience with ERP implementation and finance system modernization.
• Advanced knowledge of financial modelling, IFRS, compliance, and regulatory reporting.
• Experience in cash flow management, capital raising, and IPO preparation.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (essential); Master’s/MBA preferred.
• Professional certifications (e.g., ACCA, CPA, CMA, CFA) are highly desirable.
• UAE experience is strongly preferred.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Hands-on, modern finance leadership experience.
• Digitally fluent, agile, and decisive; comfortable with change and confident under pressure.
• Commercially sharp, able to advise at board level while staying close to the numbers.
• Confident communicator who can earn trust across investors, stakeholders, and internal teams.
• Hungry to make a lasting impact and lead a company through transformation.

Bachelor of Business Administration (Management)

Nationality: Any Nationality

Vacancy: 1 Vacancy

Overview:
As a Finance Director at PSdigital, you will oversee all financial aspects of our operations, ensuring financial stability and driving growth in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

• Manage financial planning and analysis, including budgeting, forecasting, and strategic decision-making.
• Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance and mitigate risks.
• Monitor financial performance and provide reports to management and stakeholders.
• Prepare and present financial statements such as income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Manage cash flow, liquidity, and capital allocation, optimizing working capital.
• Oversee financial due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and strategic initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and reporting standards.
• Collaborate with teams across departments to improve financial efficiency.
• Develop financial strategies and policies aligned with company goals.
• Manage relationships with external stakeholders like banks, auditors, and investors.

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
• Proven experience as a Finance Director, ideally in the Media & Advertising industry.
• Strong understanding of financial management principles.
• Excellent analytical skills to interpret complex financial data.
• Experience in financial modeling, scenario analysis, and valuation.
• Leadership skills to motivate and manage a team.
• Exceptional communication and presentation abilities.
• Experience with corporate or related fields is preferred.

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The American University in the Emirates is looking for a Finance Director who will serve as the strategic leader overseeing all financial operations of the university. This role ensures the university's fiscal health by developing financial strategies, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. The Finance Director will work closely with senior leadership to support the university's mission and long-term goals.

Range of Salary Package: AED 25,000 (subject to experience) with additional benefits

Qualifications & Experience

• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• CPA, CFA, or equivalent professional certification is highly preferred.
• Must be bilingual (speaks English and Arabic fluently)
• Preferably has proven experience in higher education.

Skills / Training / Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of financial regulations, accounting principles, and reporting standards.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
• Proficiency in financial software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex financial information clearly.

Experience

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive financial management experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Experience in the higher education sector or a large, complex organization is an advantage.

Job Description

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with the university’s mission and strategic goals.
• Provide leadership in financial planning, forecasting, and investment management.
• Advise the executive team on financial performance, risks, and opportunities.
• Oversee the preparation and management of the annual operating and capital budgets.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, including monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
• Monitor financial performance and provide actionable insights to senior leadership.
• Ensure compliance with all financial, legal, and regulatory standards.
• Implement internal controls to safeguard university assets and minimize financial risks.
• Liaise with external auditors, ensuring successful audits and resolving any findings.
• Supervise and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
• Oversee accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and procurement processes.
• Optimize financial systems and processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Collaborate with academic and administrative departments to align financial planning with institutional priorities.
• Build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders, including donors, government agencies, and financial institutions.

This role will lead across two key areas:

• Finance Business Partner for the RaIS (Risk & Identity Solutions) portfolio responsible for all aspects of Financial Planning and Analysis.
• VAS (Value Added Services) Deal Governance and Modelling.

Keys Area of Responsibility:

• Support and execute on the continuing transformation and modernization of the finance function to accelerate business operations and decision-making drive operational efficiencies and execute with excellence.
• Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and serve as a key point of contact for their areas of responsibility.
• Acquire and maintain an understanding of the strategies, priorities, and challenges of the teams supported.

Financial Business Partner Risk & Identity Solutions CEMEA:

• Financial leadership and management of the P&L.
• Lead reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes for the portfolio, aligning multiple stakeholders across regional, global teams and CEMEA sub-regions. Lead the review and challenge processes.
• Proactively communicate business trends and highlight risks and opportunities. Partner with the business on risk mitigation plans as well as ways to capture the opportunities.
• Simplify complex issues and structure analysis to answer business questions and communicate business implications from financial analysis.

VAS Deals Governance & Modelling:

• Support the Value Added Services (VAS) deal modelling governance and communication of latest concepts, leading the implementation of the global tools and processes for VAS Standalone deals.
• Support sellers and deal ops team on deal structure, ensuring optimal commercials.
• Engage with local pricing teams and governance bodies (GIG (Geographic Incentive Group), PreGIG) to ensure smooth approval of VAS deals.
• Discuss discount pricing through VAS as part of a Core deal, VAS Standalone deals and Pricing Discount (Net Billing).
• Develop analytics to enhance transparency on discounts and incentives.

This is a hybrid position. Expectation of days in office will be confirmed by your Hiring Manager.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
12 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor's Degree or at least 8 years of work experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters/MBA/JD/MD).
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in finance, engineering, accounting, mathematics, economics, or related quantitative field.
Excellent business acumen.
At least 12 years of relevant financial analysis work experience.
Ability to cultivate effective relationships and communicate effectively with executive management.
Outstanding analytical and quantitative skills; able to resolve tough business problems with well-structured analyses.
Expert skills in MS Excel and PowerPoint. Hyperion TM1 and Power BI experience is an advantage.
Proven expertise in modelling techniques and managing large data sets.
Must be detail-oriented to ensure accuracy and quality of output.
Strong bias for action and ability to proactively recognize and resolve issues.
Ability to work effectively with a diverse team and produce time-sensitive deliverables.
Critical Success Factors:
Demonstrate Visa Leadership Principles.
Ability to deal with complexity and ambiguity.
Curious, can-do attitude and accountability.
Ability to manage and prioritize workload. Sense of urgency.
Excellent communication skills, verbal and written, with effective interaction with various levels of Visa management.
Critical thinking to challenge teams on financial and commercial assumptions.
Multicultural sensitivity and interpersonal relationship management skills are essential, including the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team.

Additional Information:

Visa is an EEO Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status. Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.

Remote Work:

No

Employment Type:

Full-time