Job description: The Financial Director will be a core member of the leadership team, responsible for all aspects of financial strategy, capital structure, and fundraising. The ideal candidate will bring a strong entrepreneurial spirit, extensive experience in financial management, and a proven track record of securing investment or raising capital in fast-paced, service-oriented environments.Key Responsibilities
Strategic Financial Leadership
Develop and drive the companys financial strategy aligned with business goals
Partner with the executive team on long-term financial planning and operational decisions
Identify opportunities for cost optimization, margin improvement, and value creation
Fundraising & Capital Strategy
Lead end-to-end fundraising processes including investor relations, pitch preparation, due diligence, and negotiations
Build financial models and valuation scenarios to support funding rounds
Manage relationships with investors, venture capital firms, and financial institutions
Financial Operations & Reporting
Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting
Ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory financial requirements
Provide timely and accurate reporting to internal stakeholders and external partners
Risk & Governance
Implement robust internal controls and risk management frameworks
Support legal and tax planning initiatives in collaboration with advisors
Qualifications
Proven experience (10+ years) in financial leadership roles, ideally in consulting, professional services, or startup/scale-up environments
Demonstrated success in fundraising (venture capital, private equity, or strategic investment)
Strong grasp of financial modeling, investment evaluation, and capital structuring
Chartered Accountant (CA), CPA, CFA, or MBA (Finance) preferred
Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
Highly entrepreneurial with a hands-on approach and growth-driven mindset
Expected salary:
Location: Dubai
Job date: Sun, 04 May 2025 22:47:25 GMT
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