170 Financial Strategy jobs in the United Arab Emirates

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A leading pharmaceutical company in Dubai is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Financial Planning and Analysis Manager to join their finance team.

This critical role will serve as a strategic partner to senior leadership, driving financial planning, analysis, and decision-making processes to support the company's growth and operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in financial analysis, strong leadership skills, and a background in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry.

1. Financial Planning and Forecasting:

   • Lead the development of the annual budgeting process and rolling forecasts.
   • Provide accurate and timely financial projections, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
   • Partner with cross-functional teams to align forecasts with operational plans.

2. Business Analysis and Decision Support:

   • Perform in-depth analysis of business performance, including variance analysis, KPIs, and profitability metrics.
   • Provide actionable insights to senior leadership to support strategic decision-making.
   • Lead scenario planning and sensitivity analysis to evaluate potential risks and opportunities.

3. Financial Reporting:

   • Prepare and present detailed financial reports to regional and global stakeholders.
   • Ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and reporting standards.
   • Develop dashboards and visualizations for real-time monitoring of business performance.

4. Strategic Partnering:

   • Collaborate with business units to drive financial discipline and support strategic initiatives.
   • Act as a trusted advisor to the executive team, providing recommendations to optimize financial outcomes.
   • Drive cost-saving initiatives and identify areas for operational efficiency.

5. Team Leadership:

   • Mentor and manage a team of FP&A professionals, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
   • Build strong working relationships across functions and regions to promote collaboration and data sharing.

6. Systems and Process Improvement:

   • Enhance FP&A processes, tools, and systems to improve efficiency and accuracy.
   • Lead the implementation of new financial systems or upgrades, ensuring user adoption and integration.
   • Leverage technology and automation to streamline reporting and analysis.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; MBA or CPA/CFA preferred.
• 8-12 years of experience in FP&A or financial management roles, preferably within the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry.
• Strong proficiency in financial modeling, advanced Excel skills, and experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Hyperion).
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor teams.
• Analytical mindset, strong problem-solving skills, high attention to detail, and ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Fluency in English; proficiency in Arabic is a plus.

A leading financial company is looking for a Business Leader to shape the future of finance in Dubai. This opportunity involves driving revenue through tailored financial solutions, leading sales strategy, and building a high-performing team.

• Strategic Sales Leadership: Develop and implement sales strategies for the Dubai market with full responsibility from launch to scale.
• Build & Lead a High-Performing Team: Recruit, train, and motivate top sales talent to execute your vision.
• Drive Revenue through Tailored Financial Solutions: Collaborate with clients, understand their needs, and provide bespoke trading and investment opportunities.
• Market Monitoring & Trend Analysis: Anticipate trends, adapt strategies, and ensure continuous competitiveness.

• Academic Background: A degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or similar – leadership and sales certifications are an advantage.
• Trading & Investment Knowledge: Solid expertise in financial products, trading strategies, and wealth planning.
• Leadership Excellence: Proven experience in building, leading, and scaling high-performing sales teams.
• Communication Skills: Clear, confident, and empathetic communicator – capable of guiding both clients and team members.
• Agile Mindset: Comfortable navigating fast-changing environments and making strategic decisions with impact.

• Attractive Compensation Package: Performance-based compensation with generous bonus schemes.
• Long-term Security: Permanent contract & long-term security – we invest in you and your future.
• Professional Support: Qualified appointments provided by professional setters – you focus on strategy and leadership.
• Exclusive Benefits: Exclusive benefits including a company car, 30 vacation days per year, and more.

We are seeking a seasoned Financial Operations Director to lead our internal audit function and provide strategic financial guidance to the finance team.

• Responsible for implementing and documenting robust financial controls, as well as providing financial expertise across budgeting, reporting, analysis and forecasting.
• Develop and implement standards, procedures, internal controls and processes to ensure they remain relevant and effective in meeting business requirements, corporate governance and statutory obligations.
• Conduct comprehensive internal audits across the full spectrum of the audit cycle, including planning, fieldwork and reporting.

The ideal candidate will be a Chartered Accountant or Certified Internal Auditor with at least 15 years of experience in large multinational corporations within shipping, aviation or logistics industries.

The Director of Finance Business Support plays a pivotal role in providing strategic leadership and financial acumen to key stakeholders.

1. They are responsible for offering insightful financial guidance to Operations Leaders, Partners, Executive Committees, and Department Heads, ensuring that business decisions are informed by data-driven analysis.
2. Developing and maintaining strong relationships with division heads and senior managers is also a critical aspect of this role, as they work together to create short and long-term financial plans.
3. Financial planning, reporting, and analysis form the core of their responsibilities, including budget preparation, benchmarking, and performance evaluation.
4. Compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards is also essential, requiring meticulous attention to detail and an understanding of relevant contractual agreements.
5. Implementing effective control systems to mitigate risk and ensure compliance is a further expectation of this position.
6. Additionally, they will lead talent management initiatives within the finance department, focusing on staffing optimization and succession planning.
7. Effective communication with ownership groups, asset managers, and other external stakeholders is vital to successful asset management.

Qualifications:

1. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Finance, or a related field, accompanied by a professional accounting designation (CPA or MBA preferred), plus a minimum of 5 years of experience as a Director of Finance, preferably in complex hotel environments.
2. Proven expertise in financial planning, reporting, analysis, and capital project management, along with strong knowledge of GAAP regulations and hotel industry financial practices.
3. Excellent leadership skills, enabling the development of high-performing teams, effective communication at all levels, and the ability to influence business decisions through analytical insights.
4. Proficiency in accounting systems and financial software for reporting, analysis, and presentation.
5. Experience managing complex hotel, resort, or membership units, with the ability to understand and address economic and financial issues impacting the business.

Requirements:

• Remote work: No
• Employment Type: Fulltime

Job Title: Strategic Finance Leader

This is an exceptional opportunity to lead the financial management of a global player operating in the Tech/Payments/Digital/FinTech space. As Group Chief Financial Officer, you will oversee the full spectrum of financial management, including financial planning, risk mitigation, regulatory compliance, investor relations, and the execution of growth initiatives.

Key Finance Position: Financial Planning and Oversight

Our organization seeks an accomplished finance expert to supervise all financial activities, provide strategic guidance, and ensure stable financial operations. The ideal candidate will oversee the development and implementation of comprehensive financial strategies, analyzing trends and identifying areas for improvement.

1. Design and execute financial planning initiatives, encompassing budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
2. Maintain and analyze financial performance, providing actionable recommendations for enhancement.
3. Conduct thorough financial modeling and scenario analysis to support informed decision-making.
4. Prepare accurate and timely financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
5. Ensure compliance with accounting standards, relevant regulations, and established company policies.
6. Coordinate and facilitate external audits and tax filings.
7. Effectively manage cash flow and liquidity to optimize working capital and meet operational requirements.
8. Identify and assess potential financial risks, such as market volatility, credit risk, and liquidity risk.
9. Develop and implement effective risk mitigation strategies and internal controls.
10. Provide strategic financial guidance to senior management, contributing to overall business strategy and decision-making.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field (CIMA, ACCA, CPA preferred).
• Minimum 3 years of experience in financial management, preferably in a related industry.
• In-depth knowledge of financial principles, accounting practices, and relevant regulations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in financial software and ERP systems.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with high ethical standards and integrity.

The Director Financial Analysis Visa Direct role will be responsible for supporting Visa Direct leadership in delivering business objectives, providing analytical & financial insights, driving forecast & management reporting processes, and standardization for Visa Direct regionally.

The ideal candidate will have strong strategic, technical, analytical, and collaboration skills combined with meaningful FP&A experience and the ability to work across a matrix business organizational structure. This role will have exposure with key Global and Regional Visa Direct leadership teams and their respective Finance Partners.

• Lead performance diagnostics, budgeting, forecasting, multiyear strategic outlook, and management reporting regionally.
• Identify financial trends and insights, defining critical decisions to ensure the effective strategic management of the business and delivery of Visa Direct financial performance.
• Perform robust financial analysis and be able to succinctly outline and present key drivers, themes, and key risks while applying business and financial acumen to explain underlying drivers of results across several scenarios.
• Actively maintain current tools/models and introduce new tools/models/processes to improve analysis used for executive financial deliverables.
• Collaborate in the storyboarding of analytical output and production of communication materials for related presentations.
• Identify risks and opportunities (plus mitigating actions) to ensure delivery on targets.
• Provide ad hoc business analysis and support the ongoing management of key initiatives and investments such as market opportunity sizing, pricing opportunity, etc.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across the business and provide analysis reports and presentations to ensure efficient information and decision-making flows.
• Actively participate and collaborate with Global, Regional, and country counterparts in promoting best practices.

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

Basic Qualifications:

• 10 or more years of relevant work experience with a Bachelor's Degree in finance, engineering, accounting, economics, or related quantitative field, or at least 5 years of experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or 2 years of work experience with a PhD.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 12 or more years of relevant work experience with a Bachelor's Degree in finance, engineering, accounting, economics, or related quantitative field; MBA a plus, or 8 or more relevant years of experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or 5 or more years of experience with a PhD.
• Strong business acumen and multifunctional business experience a plus.
• Demonstrated program leadership capabilities to drive key financial processes.
• Outstanding analytical and quantitative skills; ability to resolve tough business problems with well-structured analyses.
• Advanced application of pivot tables, macros, and formulas.
• Solution-oriented and great problem solver; ability to strike balance between compliance/governance requirements and achieving business outcomes.
• Must be detail-oriented to ensure accuracy and quality of output.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse team and produce time-sensitive deliverables.

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.

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Global Markets Finance Expert

• Enhance and maintain robust valuation control processes around the measurement of fair value for financial instruments to ensure transparency, prudence & reliability in line with evolving accounting & regulatory requirements.
• Assist in transitioning FAB valuation framework and infrastructure to market best practice through various projects, providing SME and Finance solutions, integrating new valuation elements and standards from projects into financial reporting BAU process, and providing comprehensive valuation reports for GM business on an ongoing basis.
• Account Ownership Verification (AOV)
• Desk-level Business performance comments and GM monthly performance pack
• Sales revenue reporting and segment analysis
• Monthly CPR and annual budgeting
• Monitoring and reporting of GM operating cost and tracking budgetary targets

• Bachelor's degree or above in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field.
• CPA, CA, CFA, FRM certification will be a plus.

We are seeking a skilled Financial Analysis Expert to join our organization in Abu Dhabi.

The successful candidate will utilize their financial analysis expertise to provide high-quality analysis and reporting to support business decision-making.

• Provide financial analysis and reporting to support business decision-making.
• Analyze financial statements and prepare budgeting and forecasting models.
• Develop complex financial models and monitor industry trends.
• Research markets and emerging technologies and prepare presentations for senior management.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.

This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package including medical insurance coverage, with on-the-job training provided as necessary.

As a Financial Analysis Expert, you will be responsible for analyzing financial data, identifying trends, and providing recommendations to senior management. You will also develop and implement financial models to support business decision-making.

Additionally, you will research markets and emerging technologies to stay up-to-date on the latest industry trends and developments.