Director - Finance (Arabic Speakers)

Company DescriptionWe are a leading provider of unique end-to-end clean energy solutions. Utilizing advanced technologies, we specialize in the processing, compression, transportation, storage, and supply of natural gas. Our core mission is to unlock the full value of natural gas for producers and industrial enterprises.ResponsibilitiesProvide strategic financial leadership and act as the principal financial advisor to the CEO and executive team.Develop and manage the company's capital structure, leading debt, equity, and project financing negotiations with banks and investors.Oversee enterprise-wide treasury strategy, liquidity management, and cash flow forecasting to ensure operational funding and mitigate financial risks.Provide executive oversight of budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning while monitoring performance through key KPIs.Ensure the integrity of financial reporting and strict compliance with IFRS, UAE corporate tax, VAT, and statutory regulations.Lead enterprise risk management by identifying, assessing, and mitigating liquidity, credit, operational, and regulatory risks.Evaluate new investments, acquisitions, and capital projects using rigorous financial modeling and risk-adjusted return methodologies.Provide executive leadership to the finance department while managing key relationships with banks, auditors, regulators, and investors.QualificationsMinimum of 15+ years of progressive finance experience, including at least 7+ years in senior leadership with enterprise-wide responsibility.Proven experience within energy, natural gas, utilities, infrastructure, transportation, engineering, or capital-intensive industries.Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business Administration is required.An MBA, Master's degree in Finance, or related postgraduate qualification is highly preferred.Professional certification such as CPA, ACCA, CMA, CFA, or CA is required.Demonstrated expertise in corporate finance, capital management, and strategic financial planning.Strong technical knowledge of treasury, funding structures, IFRS, and regulatory compliance.Proven ability in enterprise risk management, ERP systems, and executive reporting.Exceptional executive leadership, strategic thinking, and commercial acumen.Strong stakeholder influence, negotiation, and relationship management skills.Fluency in English is mandatory, with Arabic highly desirable.Strong ability to coordinate multi-department and cross-functional finance activities.Fluency in Arabic is a must.