Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Company Description AYAT Group is a diversified business group with operations spanning construction and infrastructure, hospitality and F&B, factories and industrial, retail and entertainment, asset management, investment and general trading, marketing and media, and real estate development. With more than 30 years of experience, the group has deployed over AED 6 billion in investments, constructed and developed 6 million sq. ft., and owns and manages more than 10,000 property units, with an additional 2,500+ units under development or sale. AYAT Group operates across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Egypt, Jordan, Libya, and Bosnia, offering exposure to multiple markets and sectors. The group focuses on long-term value creation through operational excellence, diversified capabilities, and sustainable growth across its portfolio.Role Description The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) role is a full-time, on-site position based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The CFO will lead the group’s finance function, overseeing financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and capital allocation across diverse business units and geographies. Day-to-day responsibilities include supervising financial reporting and consolidation, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial statements, and maintaining compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements. The CFO will manage relationships with banks, investors, and external auditors, while supporting strategic initiatives, M&A activities, and investment decisions through rigorous financial analysis. This role also involves building and mentoring high-performing finance teams, enhancing internal controls and financial systems, and providing clear financial insight to the executive leadership to guide strategic and operational decisions.Qualifications Strong finance and financial planning skills, including experience in budgeting, forecasting, and capital allocation.Expertise in financial statements and financial reporting, with a solid understanding of accounting standards and consolidation processes.Advanced analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights to senior leadership.Extensive experience in corporate finance leadership roles, preferably within diversified groups or multi-country operations.Proven track record in treasury management, investor and lender relations, and supporting strategic investments or M&A transactions.Experience implementing and optimizing financial systems, controls, and processes to enhance efficiency and governance.Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and team leadership capabilities, with the ability to collaborate across functions and cultures.Professional qualification such as CPA, ACCA, CFA, or equivalent, and/or a relevant advanced degree (e.g., MBA, Master’s in Finance).Deep knowledge of regional and international financial regulations and practices, ideally with experience in the GCC market.