Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Job Title: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Industry Preference: Logistics, Shipping, Manufacturing

Experience Required: 15+ Years

Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Company:

We are a leading organization based in Dubai, operating across the logistics, shipping, and manufacturing sectors. Known for our commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and strategic growth, we are looking to onboard a seasoned financial leader to join our executive team and steer the financial strategy of the company.

Position Overview:

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will be responsible for directing and overseeing all financial activities of the company. This includes managing financial planning and analysis, budgeting, trade finance, risk management, treasury, and regulatory compliance. The CFO will play a critical role in strategic decision-making and growth planning.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead the financial strategy, planning, forecasting, and analysis across the organization.

- Manage cash flow, working capital, and financing strategies to support business operations and expansion.

- Oversee trade finance operations including Letters of Credit (LCs), bank guarantees, and import/export financing.

- Ensure full compliance with local and international accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and tax laws.

- Partner with the CEO and executive team on strategic initiatives, investment opportunities, and M&A activities.

- Optimize financial performance through cost control, margin analysis, and operational efficiency.

- Lead, mentor, and build a high-performing finance team.

- Manage relationships with financial institutions, external auditors, and other key stakeholders.

- Drive digital transformation and automation within the finance function.

Key Qualifications:

Education:

Chartered Accountant (CA) or

MBA in Finance from a reputed institution

Experience:

- Minimum of 15 years of progressive financial leadership experience

- Strong exposure to trade finance and working capital management

- Prior experience in logistics, shipping, or manufacturing industries is highly preferred

- Proven track record in managing large-scale financial operations, and driving strategic financial planning

Preferred Candidate Profile:

- Female candidates are encouraged to apply as part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

- Ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels.

- High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation.

What We Offer:

Competitive compensation and executive benefits package

Opportunity to lead finance for a high-impact, growth-oriented organization

Dynamic and inclusive work environment

Exposure to international operations and expansion projects