Chief Financial Officer

We are looking for a Chief Financial Officer for our Dubai, UAE-based office.

Role Type: Full Time

Location: Dubai, UAE (onsite)

Salary: Negotiable, based on experience level

Years of Experience: 20+ years, 5+ years as a CFO

Requirement:

• Align financial goals with the overall business strategy to drive growth and profitability. Identify new opportunities, assess risks, and make data-driven recommendations to enhance competitive positioning and long-term success.
• Leverage technology to streamline finance operations, improve accuracy, and enhance decision-making. Stay updated on emerging technologies like AI, automation, and data analytics to implement tools that create operational efficiencies.
• Build and lead high-performing finance teams. Effectively communicate financial insights to financial and non-financial stakeholders, foster collaboration, and empower teams to drive innovation and support strategic decision-making.
• Optimize finance operations by streamlining processes such as treasury management, reporting, and budgeting. Drive cost efficiency while ensuring robust compliance with corporate governance and regulatory standards. Implement scalable systems that support growth and operational continuity.
• Proactively identify and mitigate financial risks, including market, liquidity, and operational risks. Ensure a comprehensive approach to risk assessment and compliance, safeguarding the organization’s financial health and reputation.
• Comfortable operating in dynamic environments with the ability to lead through uncertainty. Embrace a growth mindset by staying updated on emerging trends, regulatory changes, and industry best practices.

Education:

Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) preferably with an MBA or an Executive education in business management.

Experience:

• 20-25 years of progressive financial leadership experience, with specific expertise in the UAE/GCC market, ideally within the staffing, outsourcing, service industry, or in-growth organizations with a proven track record of 5-7 years in a CFO role, demonstrating the ability to lead large, complex financial operations.
• Proven track record in managing financial performance, scaling businesses, and navigating industry-specific challenges in fast-paced environments.
• Skilled in strategic financial planning, capital management, risk assessment, and leveraging advanced ERP platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle) to optimize operations and align technology investments with organizational goals.
• Experienced in UAE financial regulations, including VAT, corporate tax, and staffing industry dynamics, with demonstrated success in driving digital transformation, organizational change, and profitability.
• Strong leadership in mentoring finance teams and partnering with the CEO on strategic initiatives to foster growth and continuous improvement

Skills and Competencies:

• Exceptional strategic, analytical, and decision-making skills, adept at aligning financial goals with organizational strategy and thriving in fast-paced, multicultural environments
• Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to build and lead culturally diverse, high-performing teams.
• Demonstrates integrity, accountability, and a passion for excellence, fostering trust and high standards across the organization
• Exceptional business partnering and advisory skills, ensuring cross-departmental collaboration and alignment with TASC’s strategic goals
• Proficient in managing deadlines and ensuring consistent achievement of SLAs.