38 Vp Of Finance jobs in the United Arab Emirates
VP Finance
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Our client is a Global Hospitality Business - they own and operate hotels and resorts across several international destinations.
Financial Strategy & Planning
- Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with corporate objectives and market conditions.
- Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes.
- Provide financial insights and recommendations to support decision-making at the executive level.
Financial Management & Reporting
- Oversee accurate and timely preparation of financial statements, reports, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards (IFRS, GAAP) and regulatory requirements.
- Manage treasury, cash flow, capital structure, and banking relationships.
Operational Finance
- Collaborate with business units to analyze financial performance, identify risks/opportunities, and improve operational efficiency.
- Lead cost control, pricing strategies, and margin improvement initiatives.
- Monitor key financial KPIs and implement corrective actions where needed.
Leadership & Team Development
- Manage and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and high performance.
- Build strong cross-functional relationships with departments such as operations, sales, marketing, and legal.
- Drive change management initiatives to enhance financial systems and processes.
Risk & Compliance
- Identify financial risks and develop mitigation plans.
- Oversee internal controls and audit activities.
- Ensure compliance with tax laws, labor laws, and corporate governance policies.
Investor Relations & Stakeholder Management
- Support investor relations activities, including preparation for board meetings, investor presentations, and audits.
- Liaise with external auditors, legal advisors, and financial institutions.
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Finance, Accounting or related
- Professional Accounting qualification is preferred
- Track record of working in a leadership capacity at a Corporate Level of a Hospitality business is a MUST
- Track record of managing various types of hospitality assets (resorts, 5 star hotels, 4 star hotels, ultra-all inclusive etc.) is a MUST
VP Finance - Emirati National
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Our client, a reputable organization based in Ajman, is seeking to hire a Vice President – Finance who will lead the financial strategy and operations of the business. This senior leadership role requires a strong Emirati finance professional with proven experience in overseeing financial planning, risk management, budgeting, and regulatory compliance. The selected candidate will work closely with the executive management team to ensure long-term financial sustainability and strategic alignment. Key Responsibilities: • Lead the financial planning, forecasting, and reporting processes. • Monitor and manage cash flow, investments, and financial risk. • Ensure compliance with UAE financial regulations and internal policies. • Oversee audit and tax functions; liaise with external auditors and regulatory authorities. • Advise senior management on strategic financial planning and decision-making. • Build and manage a high-performing finance team. • Prepare and present regular financial reports to the board and stakeholders.
Requirements
To be considered for this role, you need to meet the following criteria: • Must be a UAE National holding a UAE passport and family book (Khulasat Al Qaid). • Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in financial leadership roles. • Proven track record in managing financial operations at a strategic level. • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA, CMA, or CFA is a plus. • Strong understanding of UAE tax laws, financial regulations, and best practices. • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. • Must be willing to attend an onsite interview this Friday and be based in Ajman. How to Apply: If you meet the above criteria and are ready to take on a strategic finance leadership role, we invite you to apply now. Important Notice: Black Pearl does not charge any fees for processing applications.
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About Us Helping professionals grow. Supporting businesses thrive. Black Pearl is a HR consultancy and recruitment firm based in the UAE. We connect skilled professionals with leading organizations across the Gulf region, offering a personalized and thoughtful approach to hiring. Our team specializes in recruiting for roles across key industries, including but not limited to: - Healthcare and Life Sciences - Engineering and Construction - Technology and Digital - Finance and Accounting - Hospitality and Retail - Government and Emiratization Whether youre searching for your next opportunity or looking to hire, we work closely with you to understand your goals and find the right fit.
VP Finance - Emirati national
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Our client, a reputable organization based in Ajman, is seeking to hire a Vice President – Finance who will lead the financial strategy and operations of the business. This senior leadership role requires a strong Emirati finance professional with proven experience in overseeing financial planning, risk management, budgeting, and regulatory compliance. The selected candidate will work closely with the executive management team to ensure long-term financial sustainability and strategic alignment.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the financial planning, forecasting, and reporting processes.
Monitor and manage cash flow, investments, and financial risk.
Ensure compliance with UAE financial regulations and internal policies.
Oversee audit and tax functions; liaise with external auditors and regulatory authorities.
Advise senior management on strategic financial planning and decision-making.
Build and manage a high-performing finance team.
Prepare and present regular financial reports to the board and stakeholders.
RequirementsTo be considered for this role, you need to meet the following criteria:Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in financial leadership roles.
Proven track record in managing financial operations at a strategic level.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA, CMA, or CFA is a plus.
Strong understanding of UAE tax laws, financial regulations, and best practices.
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
If you meet the above criteria and are ready to take on a strategic finance leadership role, we invite you to apply now. For more information about other vacancies, visit our website:Important Notice: Black Pearl does not charge any fees for processing applications.
VP, Finance Business Partner, Regional Services
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_Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we're helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential._
**Title and Summary**
VP, Finance Business Partner, Regional Services
Overview:
Reporting to Regional CFO the VP Finance Regional Services Lead will serve as a financial advisor and business partner to the regional services business teams and will be a member of both the Regional CFO leadership team and Global Services CFO leadership team. The primary objective of this position is to lead and manage all finance elements for the Region Services team. The VP Finance Regional Services Lead will actively participate in the development of region-wide goals and strategies, working closely with the leadership team of Services Finance and with the Region Services Lead as their primary business partner. The VP Finance Regional Services Lead will be responsible for articulating strategic financial objectives, establishing accountability for daily financial management, achieving performance objectives, and overseeing financial reporting, policies and procedures.
Role:
Key Responsibilities:
- Business Strategy:
o Act as the primary finance leader for the Regional Services business.
o Ensure that finance is closely integrated with and actively supports the business, providing managers at all levels with the necessary information to maximize revenue, profitability, and efficiency.
o Work with the management team in the development, coordination, and implementation of short and medium-term strategic and tactical plans to drive growth in the region and provide the financial input required for that process.
o Work closely with Business Development Finance team in building business cases and reviewing new opportunities.
- Budgeting and Forecasting:
o Ensure a common understanding of business objectives and drive achievement of financial results.
o Support budgeting and strategic planning sessions and work extensively with the management team to ensure an accurate forecasting process is implemented.
o Manage financial close, reporting and budget/forecast processes , with direct support from the centralized global FP&A team and regional resources, and provide performance and variance analysis information
- Control Accounting and Financial Reporting:
o Ensure compliance with relevant policies and procedures.
o Lead all accounting for the Services region business, including recording all expenses, timely and accurate close, reconciliations, and local currency balance sheet control.
o Ensure the integrity and timeliness of all information to be included in reporting for the business, including statutory and regulatory reporting.
o Work closely with the Region controller and Region FP&A lead to coordinate closes.
o Manage finance staff and supervise third party consultants.
o Maintain a strong control environment by reviewing and approving accounting entries and controls.
All About You:
- Experience organizing, directing, and controlling financial activities in the region.
- Demonstrated commitment to partner effectively with business leadership, displaying urgency and ownership.
- People leadership, including coaching, managing, motivating a diverse team.
- Demonstrated skills in capital management, financial controls, accounting, strategic thinking, and financial planning.
- Strong teamwork, interpersonal relations, communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
- Ability to get along with diverse personalities and handle multifaceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities.
- Must be tactful, mature, flexible, and possess good reasoning abilities.
Experience/Education:
- Significant finance experience required, experience in the bankcard/payment industry a plus.
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or equivalent experience in finance.
Competencies and Skills:
- Financial analysis and accounting background, experience in business partnering
- Very detail-oriented, hands-on attitude.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Good understanding of accounting principles (US GAAP), SEC reporting, and Sarbanes Oxley. Working knowledge of Oracle and Hyperion.
**Corporate Security Responsibility**
All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must:
+ Abide by Mastercard's security policies and practices;
+ Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;
+ Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and
+ Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard's guidelines.
Vice President - Talent Analytics
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Job Purpose: To build and manage Aldar’s people data and analytics capability. This role enables data-driven decisions across all P&C teams by overseeing the full lifecycle of people data management, from collection and classification to cleansing and compliance (with data privacy regulations), and by translating data into workforce intelligence and predictive insights
Responsibilities- People Data Management
- Establish and oversee standards for people data collection, classification, and maintenance to ensure accuracy and integrity.
- Partner with the VP People Digital Transformation to ensure system outputs provide clean and reliable data for analytics use.
- Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations and ethical use of workforce data.
- Analytics, Reporting & Dashboards
- Design and manage P&C dashboards, workforce scorecards, and executive-level reporting for the CPCO and leadership team.
- Deliver timely and accurate reporting on core HR metrics (e.g., headcount, turnover, diversity, absenteeism, engagement).
- Continuously improve reporting tools and visualization methods to make data accessible and actionable for stakeholders.
- Develop advanced analytics models (e.g., predictive attrition, workforce planning, pay equity, succession risk).
- Interpret data trends and provide actionable insights to shape workforce strategy, employee experience, and organizational effectiveness.
- Cross-Functional Partnership
- Partner with the broader P&C team to measure impact of people initiatives (e.g., engagement, culture shifts, learning outcomes).
- Collaborate with Group Technology and Group Finance to ensure workforce data aligns with broader enterprise reporting.
- 10 + years of experience in HR analytics, workforce planning, or business intelligence
- Proven track record in data management, analytics, and visualization (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Qlik, or equivalent).
- Demonstrated ability to translate data into actionable business insights.
- Experienced with large-scale HR data sets and integrating multiple data sources.
- Familiarity with HR processes across the employee lifecycle.
- Prior experience in private sector, large-scale organizations or fast-growth environments preferred.
- Expertise in data analysis, visualization, and storytelling.
- Strong understanding of HR metrics and workforce analytics best practices.
- High proficiency in analytics tools (SQL, Python/R for HR analytics a plus).
- Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and quantitative skills.
- Ability to convey clear messages through data storytelling
- Knowledge of data privacy requirements.
- Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Business Analytics, Finance, HR, or related field (required).
- Master’s degree (MSc in Analytics, HR Analytics, or MBA with quantitative focus) preferred.
- Professional certifications in data/analytics (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, SQL, or People Analytics certifications) desirable.
Vice President - Customer Operations
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Job Purpose
Lead the Customer operations to drive, develop, and deliver a customer-centric post sale operations that ties in all customer requests raised across touchpoints to be centralized and serviced via a one-stop-shop function.
Responsible for the enhancement of customer operations processes for better visibility, transparency and accountability in managing customer requests and SLA for improved customer experiences.
Roles and Responsibilities- Actively involved in setting up the operations to support with DXB & RAK launch of ALDAR services similar to the AUH Operational Excellence set-up.
- Assess and centralize all workflows across customer touch points under single shared service function.
- Partner with Sales support teams to understand ongoing business and upcoming projects to help forecast proactively incoming volumes and better plan operations.
- Oversee all daily operations along with the post-sale registrations of units which include SPA validation and timely delivery.
- Work with Abu-Dhabi Teams to unify the processes across DXB & RAK teams.
- Providing support & enabling the Operations team to ensure seamless execution of daily operations, digitize our processes and offering diverse perspectives to address ongoing challenges.
- Compiling and presenting regular reports to senior management, detailing key operational metrics, performance indicators, prevailing trends, and predictive future outcomes
- Driving and enhancing CSAT & Net Promoter Scores across operational transactions
- Management of projects and operational Governance within the operations team will be an ongoing expectation from the candidate.
- Plan strategies for Customer interfaces across digital, virtual & physical channels of service to deliver “first-time resolution”.
- Drive integration with government authorities to allow for quicker, seamless and elevated customer experiences from post-sale initial registration to final title deed to in living experiences.
Min of 10+ years of related experience in Customer service, Contact Center, Banking, Project Management and or Real Estate.
Min of 5+ years' experience in leadership or people management roles
Field of Experience:Customer management, banking, Real estate management.
Strong knowledge of real estate products and services
Strong knowledge of customer service standards and customer quality delivery standards
Technical and Interpersonal SkillsProven strategic thinker with track record of innovation
Demonstrated excellent value-based leadership skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Understanding of BPO’s (advantageous)
QualificationBachelor's degree in business administration or related field
Master's degree preferred.
#J-18808-LjbffrVice President - Customer Operations
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Job Purpose
Lead the Customer operations to drive, develop, and deliver a customer-centric post sale operations that ties in all customer requests raised across touchpoints to be centralized and serviced via a one-stop-shop function.
Responsible for the enhancement of customer operations processes for better visibility, transparency and accountability in managing customer requests and SLA for improved customer experiences.
Roles and Responsibilities- Actively involved in setting up the operations to support with DXB & RAK launch of ALDAR services similar to the AUH Operational Excellence set-up.
- Assess and centralize all workflows across customer touch points under single shared service function.
- Partner with Sales support teams to understand ongoing business and upcoming projects to help forecast proactively incoming volumes and better plan operations.
- Oversee all daily operations along with the post-sale registrations of units which include SPA validation and timely delivery.
- Work with Abu-Dhabi Teams to unify the processes across DXB & RAK teams.
- Providing support & enabling the Operations team to ensure seamless execution of daily operations, digitize our processes and offering diverse perspectives to address ongoing challenges.
- Compiling and presenting regular reports to senior management, detailing key operational metrics, performance indicators, prevailing trends, and predictive future outcomes
- Driving and enhancing CSAT & Net Promoter Scores across operational transactions
- Management of projects and operational Governance within the operations team will be an ongoing expectation from the candidate.
- Plan strategies for Customer interfaces across digital, virtual & physical channels of service to deliver “first-time resolution”.
- Drive integration with government authorities to allow for quicker, seamless and elevated customer experiences from post-sale initial registration to final title deed to in living experiences.
- Min of 10+ years of related experience in Customer service, Contact Center, Banking, Project Management and or Real Estate.
- Min of 5+ years' experience in leadership or people management roles
- Field of Experience: Customer management, banking, Real estate management.
- Strong knowledge of real estate products and services
- Strong knowledge of customer service standards and customer quality delivery standards
- Proven strategic thinker with track record of innovation
- Demonstrated excellent value-based leadership skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Understanding of BPO’s (advantageous)
- Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field
- Master's degree preferred.
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Assistant Vice President - Office Management
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Job Purpose:
The AVP – Office Management leads the day-to-day operations and helps shape the overall strategy for managing our corporate office spaces.
This role focuses on creating a smooth, safe, and welcoming workplace experience while supporting company goals and sustainability efforts.
As a key leader, the AVP ensures that office services run efficiently and reflect the highest standards of care, professionalism, and employee support.
Roles and Responsibilities:
• Lead the strategic direction for office management in alignment with company goals and growth.
• Oversee daily office operations, including space planning, facilities, security, and admin support.
• Drive modernization through smart office systems and workflow automation.
• Ensure prompt resolution of office-related requests and maintain high service standards.
• Foster a professional, efficient, and welcoming office environment.
• Manage and mentor a diverse team to promote accountability and continuous development.
• Coordinate with internal departments and vendors to maintain safety, compliance, and service quality.
• Develop and manage office service budgets, ensuring cost-effective delivery.
• Monitor key performance metrics such as service turnaround, space usage, and satisfaction.
• Represent the Office Management team in leadership meetings and cross-functional initiatives.
Related Years of Experience:
Min of 8+ years of experience in office management within a leading regional organization
Field of Experience:
• Experience in office/facility management or corporate operations
• Proven experience managing large, multi-location office environments and cross-functional teams
Technical and Interpersonal Skills:
• Executive-level communication and presentation skills
• Strong vendor and partnership negotiation skills
• Attention to detail with the ability to deliver under pressure
• Strategic planning and stakeholder engagement, high emotional intelligence and cultural sensitivity
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or equivalent is required
• Preferred certifications (optional): Facilities Management
#J-18808-LjbffrSocial and Digital Vice President, UAE
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An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a senior leader to shape the social and digital direction of a high growth businesses in the region. This strategic position is ideal for an ambitious, strategic and creative digital and social media expert with a proven track record in elevating corporate brand presence across digital platforms. The business has both a local and international presence.
As Social Media and Digital Vice President, you will lead the transformation of digital engagement strategies across global markets. You will own the vision for best-in-class content across social channels and the corporate website, ensuring all digital touchpoints reflect the brand’s ambition and values. This role requires a confident leader who combines a creative mindset with flawless execution and an instinct for what drives audience engagement at scale.
Social Media and Digtal VP Key Responsibilities- Define and implement a world-class social and digital strategy aligned with corporate brand priorities
- Oversee the development and delivery of high-impact content across all channels, ensuring consistency, creativity, and commercial relevance
- Drive innovation in digital storytelling, campaign design, and audience experience
- Lead and grow a high-performing in-house team and manage external agency partners
- Champion data-driven decision-making and performance analysis to continually refine digital output
- Collaborate across the business to align digital activity with wider brand, reputation, and business goals
- Experience in digital communications and corporate brand marketing, either in-house or in a leading agency environment
- A deep understanding of corporate brand strategy and its digital positioning
- Exceptional leadership skills and the ability to inspire and scale teams
- Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver creative campaigns with measurable impact
- Strong grasp of digital trends, platform innovation, and emerging content formats
- Confident operating at C-suite level, local experience/cultural understanding preferred, with an international mindset
If you have the relevant experience and this opportunity sounds interesting to you, please get in touch with our team including a copy of your CV as soon as possible via the form below.
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#J-18808-LjbffrVice President | Client Servicing | Abu Dhabi
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Your Role:
Reporting to a Senior Vice President, this is a role that requires proactive relationship management for client base covering various asset owners, Sovereign Wealth Funds, endowments and family offices that invests in a wide range of asset classes. This is a unique opportunity to gain exposure to a new line of business in a growing office.
As the Client Services Vice President, you are expected to understand and meet the needs of clients by ensuring service deliverables are met in a time and act as an escalation point. It is important to create and nurture a long-term relationship with the clients and work with core and ancillary operational teams both locally and globally to ensure service levels are met and optimized.
- Drive strategic communication with clients and negotiate service level agreements.
- Understand and communicate clients’ requests with various Citco business functions, operational and support teams to promote effective internal communication
- Develop a broad understanding of Citco business lines and associated product/service propositions
- Understand the industry and regulatory environment and be sensitive to industry change and business trends, identifying new areas of growth
- Participate and assist with RFP documentation completion and facilitate presentation and demos to prospective clients
- Identify opportunities to expand existing relationship by cross-selling additional Citco products/services.
- Strong knowledge of multi-asset portfolios and ABOR/IBOR concepts and data flows.
- Drive the coordination of new client integrations and new fund launches.
- Participate in projects in connection with the continuing evolution of the business
- Monitor and manage client SLAs and operational deliverables
- Review client profitability, accounts receivables and ensure revenues are tracked and recognized
- Work closely with the Operations team to identify opportunities for process improvements and system development with the aim of minimizing operational risk and improving efficiencies
- Review risk logs and support, coordinate and communicate incident reports as necessary
- Lead operational due diligence reviews and client visits
- Compile and present quarterly Client reports, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and scorecards.
- Coordinate and carry out periodic risk assessments and peer reviews.
- Actively maintain client status, commentary and client updates in internal CRM tools
- Provide training and supervision to Managers on the Client Services team