Overview
Financial Director Jobs in Dubai, United Arab Emirates at Jex – Recruitment for scaling businesses
Title: Financial Director
Company: Jex – Recruitment for scaling businesses
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
A diversified investment group is looking to appoint a strategic and commercially focused Finance Director to lead the finance function across its portfolio of operating companies and investments. This is a high-impact leadership role, working closely with executive stakeholders to drive financial performance, support strategic growth, and ensure operational excellence.
The Role:
You’ll be responsible for leading the end-to-end finance operations across multiple entities, overseeing financial reporting, budgeting, systems implementation, and internal controls. You will also support investment decision-making and play a key role in M&A, JV structuring, and portfolio value creation.
Core Responsibilities:
Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting across group entities
Manage consolidated financials and statutory audit processes
Drive budgeting, forecasting, and capital planning cycles
Develop models to support acquisitions, exits, and strategic planning
Optimise financial systems and reporting tools
Ensure governance, accuracy, and compliance across all financial operations
Manage a team of internal and outsourced finance professionals
Liaise with auditors, advisors, and JV/investment stakeholders
Support automation and process improvement initiatives group-wide
Ideal Profile:
✔️ Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent)
✔️ 8–15 years of experience in a similar role within a PE-backed platform, family office, or investment holding structure
✔️ Proven track record managing finance across multiple entities or business lines
✔️ Hands-on systems knowledge and process improvement mindset
✔️ Strong commercial acumen with advanced Excel and modelling skills
✔️ Excellent stakeholder management and board-level communication
What We’re Looking For:
A sharp, strategic thinker who combines technical finance expertise with a commercial mindset. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments and is looking to grow into a broader leadership role.
