Chief Financial Officer

Job Description : Chief Financial Officer for an International Education company based in Dubai. Location – Dubai, UAE Salary – 60,000 – 70,000 AED/ month + benefits Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field (Master's degree or MBA preferred). Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent financial designation (e.g., CFA, CMA). Proven track record of success in a CFO role or equivalent position within GCC region. Knowledge of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) processes. Strong knowledge of financial management, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. Experience with ERP systems and financial software (e.g., SAP, Oracle , Microsoft Dynamics). Excellent communication, leadership, and strategic planning skills. Proven ability to work collaboratively with executive teams and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. High level of integrity, transparency, and accountability. Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to leadership. Strong decision-making capabilities and the ability to adapt to changing environments. Key Responsibilities: Financial Strategy and Planning: Develop and implement comprehensive financial strategies aligned with the company's short- and long-term goals. Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial projections. Analyze financial trends and provide actionable insights to the executive team to support informed decision-making. Financial Reporting and Compliance: Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements, ensuring compliance with local, national, and international accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, GAAP). Ensure compliance with tax regulations, financial reporting requirements, and other relevant legal obligations. Coordinate audits and regulatory filings, working closely with external auditors and regulatory bodies. Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks, developing strategies to protect the company's assets and financial stability. Oversee the company's insurance, investments, and risk management practices, ensuring adequate coverage and minimizing exposure to potential losses. Manage liquidity and ensure the availability of capital for the company's operations and growth initiatives. Financial Control and Operations: Establish robust financial controls and procedures to safeguard the company's assets and ensure accuracy in financial reporting. Supervise the finance and accounting teams, ensuring efficient operations and adherence to established standards. Optimize the company's working capital and manage cash flow to ensure liquidity and financial stability. Team Leadership: Lead and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of high performance, continuous improvement, and professional development. Promote collaboration across departments to ensure alignment of financial strategies with business objectives. Investment and Funding Management: Lead efforts in raising capital, managing debt, and exploring new investment opportunities to support the company's growth. Provide financial input on mergers, acquisitions, and other business ventures, evaluating their financial feasibility and potential impact. Monitor and evaluate the company's capital structure, ensuring an optimal balance between debt and equity. Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with the CEO and other executives to define the company's financial vision and strategy. Communicate financial performance, risks, and opportunities. Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO and executive leadership on all financial matters. Business Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance operational efficiency and financial performance. Develop and implement strategies to streamline processes and reduce costs. IPO Preparation: Actively lead the company's preparation for an initial public offering (IPO). Coordinate with legal, accounting, and other relevant teams to ensure a successful IPO process. About the role: The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a strategic leader responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the company. As a key member of the executive leadership team, the CFO plays a crucial role in financial planning, risk management, cash flow management, and overall financial performance. The CFO ensures the company's financial stability while supporting its strategic goals and objectives.

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