Заместитель CEO / Head of Finance (CFO) / Главный бухгалтер

1. Position
Deputy CEO / Head of Finance (CFO) / Chief Accountant
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2. The mission of the role
Become a key figure in the company and the CEO's right-hand man, ensuring full financial control, business transparency and sustainable growth.
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3. Working conditions
Location: Dubai, Business Bay, office in Anantara
• 🏢 Format: office
• 💼 Registration: official employment in accordance with UAE law (MOHRE contract)
• Contract: fixed (in accordance with UAE labor law, up to 3 years, with the possibility of extension)
• 💰 Income: fixed payment + bonus (linked to financial results)
• 🏦 Salary payment via WPS
• 🛂 Visa and residency: registration at the expense of the company
• 🏥 Medical insurance: provided
• 📆 Vacation: 30 calendar days per year
• ⏱ Working hours: within the framework of UAE law (up to 48 hours per week)
• Interesting, dynamic, developing work with a direct impact on business
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4. Additional benefits
• Direct reporting to the CEO
• Participation in the company's strategic decisions
• The opportunity to build a financial system “for yourself”
• Real impact on business growth and scaling
• Rapid career growth to a full-fledged CFO/partner
• Work for an ambitious and fast-growing company
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5. Area of responsibility
Financial planning and budgeting:
• development and control of the company's annual budget execution;
• formation of medium- and long-term financial forecasts (3-5 years);
• cost optimization and search for reserves to increase profitability.
Cash flow management:
• control of payment discipline and cash plan;
• loan portfolio management and relationships with banks;
• Minimizing cash gaps and optimizing working capital.
Financial reporting and analytics:
• analysis of financial indicators (EBITDA, ROE, ROI, Cash Flow, etc.);
• Preparation of regular reports for the CEO and investors.
Tax planning and compliance:
• optimization of the tax burden within the framework of UAE legislation;
• monitoring compliance with the requirements of MOHRE, DED, and tax authorities;
• support of tax audits and interaction with auditors.
Control of internal processes:
• Implementation and monitoring of the internal control System (ICS);
• Audit of procurement procedures and contracts for financial efficiency;
• Risk management (financial, currency, credit).
Strategic development:
• participation in the development of a business strategy and its financial model;
• evaluation of investment projects and M&A transactions;
Team and processes:
• Building and developing financial functions (accounting, treasury, analytics);
• implementation of ERP systems and automation of financial processes;
training and mentoring of employees of the financial unit.
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6. Requirements for the candidate
Education and qualifications:
• Higher financial/economic education (MBA, CFA, ACCA, CPA — advantage);
• certificates in the field of IFRS, tax planning, corporate finance.
Work experience:
• at least 10 years in the financial sector, including at least 5 years in senior positions (CFO, Finance Director, Deputy CEO for Finance);
• work experience in international companies or in the markets of the Middle East (UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar) is a must;
• Successful support of audits and tax audits (international standards).
Professional skills:
• in-depth knowledge of IFRS and the specifics of accounting in the UAE;
• experience in building financial models and forecasting KPIs;
• negotiation skills with banks and investors;
• Understanding the legal aspects of employment and commercial contracts in the UAE.
Personal qualities:
• strategic thinking and the ability to see the "big picture";
• high responsibility and result orientation;
• stress tolerance and ability to work in conditions of uncertainty;
• leadership skills and the ability to motivate the team;
• Impeccable reputation and ethics in financial matters.
Language requirements:
• Fluent English (spoken and written);
• Knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.
Additional conditions:
• ready to relocate to Dubai;
• availability of a valid UAE residence or willingness to apply for it;
• No criminal record or negative financial history.
7. Key job positioning
We are looking for not just an accountant, but a financial leader who:
• manages money,
• influences business decisions,
• takes responsibility for the company's results.
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• Execution of an official contract registered in the UAE system
• Probation period — up to 6 months