Financial Director

We are conducting a confidential search for an experienced Finance Director to join a highly established and growing luxury group based in Dubai.This is a senior leadership position with responsibility for overseeing the Group’s financial strategy, financial operations, reporting, controls and commercial performance across multiple business entities.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the Group’s overall finance function and financial strategy.Provide strategic financial guidance to the CEO and senior management team.Oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and cash-flow management.Manage monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting and analysis.Ensure strong financial controls, governance and compliance across the Group.Oversee management accounts, statutory reporting, audits and tax matters.Monitor business performance and provide meaningful commercial and financial insights to senior management.Work closely with operational and commercial teams to improve profitability, cost control and financial performance.Oversee project and development-related financial reporting, including budgets, costs, margins and cash flow.Identify financial risks and implement appropriate mitigation strategies.Lead and develop the finance team, establishing strong processes and best practices.Work closely with external auditors, banks, advisors and other financial stakeholders.Support senior management with business planning, investment decisions and strategic growth initiatives.Ensure the Group remains compliant with relevant UAE regulations, accounting standards and internal policies.Ideal Candidate15+ years of progressive finance experience, with significant experience at Finance Director or equivalent senior level.Strong background within real estate, property development, construction, design & build or another project-led environment.Experience managing finance across multiple entities or business divisions.Strong understanding of project financials, cost control, cash flow and profitability.Proven experience working closely with CEOs, shareholders and senior leadership.Strong commercial and strategic mindset, with the ability to go beyond traditional financial reporting.Experience leading and developing finance teams.Strong knowledge of UAE accounting, tax and regulatory requirements.Professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent would be highly desirable.Excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder-management skills.