Finance Director (Energy Sector)

About the OpportunityOur client, a well-established organisation operating within the energy sector in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, is seeking an experienced and commercially driven Finance Director to provide strategic financial leadership and support the organisation's long-term growth objectives.About the RoleThe successful candidate will oversee financial planning, corporate finance, reporting, treasury and governance, ensuring strong financial performance, operational efficiency and regulatory compliance. Working closely with senior leadership, the Finance Director will play a key role in strategic decision-making, capital investment and financial risk management. This position requires a proven track record of senior financial leadership, strong commercial acumen and extensive experience within the energy sector.ResponsibilitiesLead financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting and financial planning and analysis (FP&A), aligning financial objectives with business growth.Oversee financial reporting, accounting, treasury, cash flow, taxation and compliance with IFRS and UAE regulations.Manage project financing, capital expenditure (CAPEX), investment appraisals and financial modelling for major energy projects.Drive profitability, cost optimisation, financial risk management, internal controls and overall financial performance.Provide strategic financial guidance to the CEO and Board, managing relationships with banks, auditors, investors and key stakeholders.QualificationsBachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related discipline; MBA or Master's degree preferred.Professional qualification in ACA, ACCA, CPA, CA or CIMA (at least one mandatory).Minimum 15 years of progressive finance experience, including at least 5 years in a senior finance leadership position.Proven finance leadership experience within the energy sector, particularly power generation, renewable energy, oil & gas, utilities or energy infrastructure.Required SkillsStrong expertise in corporate finance, project financing, CAPEX, treasury, FP&A, P&L management and financial risk management.Comprehensive knowledge of IFRS, UAE Corporate Tax, VAT, financial governance and regulatory compliance.Proven experience in financial controls, capital allocation, investment appraisal, financial modelling and performance management.Demonstrated ability to manage complex budgets, ERP systems (SAP/Oracle), finance teams and Board-level stakeholder relationships.Excellent strategic leadership, commercial acumen, analytical capabilities and communication skills.Preferred SkillsAdditional professional qualifications such as CFA, CMA, CIA or FRM.Previous finance leadership experience within the UAE or wider GCC energy market.Experience managing large-scale energy projects, complex investment portfolios or capital-intensive operations.