CFO

Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Real Estate Developer (Dubai)

Position Summary

We are seeking a seasoned and visionary Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the financial strategy of an established off-plan real estate development company in Dubai. The ideal candidate will possess extensive proven experience in the UAE real estate sector with a deep understanding of development cycles financial structuring and compliance requirements. This individual will be instrumental in driving sustainable company growth project capitalization and operational excellence through robust financial leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Financial Leadership

• Develop and execute the companys financial strategy in alignment with corporate growth objectives.
  
• Advise executive leadership on funding strategies market trends and risk exposure impacting real estate development.
  
• Drive capital structuring initiatives ensuring cost-effective financing for off-plan projects and operational expansions.
  

Financial Management & Controls

• Oversee budgeting forecasting and financial planning across development and operational functions.
  
• Implement and monitor internal financial controls to ensure accuracy efficiency and regulatory compliance.
  
• Manage financial reporting frameworks in accordance with IFRS and UAE-specific accounting standards.
  

Project & Development Finance

• Structure and monitor financial models to evaluate project feasibility ROI and capital deployment.
  
• Collaborate with project development teams to ensure alignment between project delivery timelines and funding schedules.
  
• Evaluate and approve financial scenarios for pre-launch construction and post-handover phases.
  

Regulatory Compliance & External Liaison

• Coordinate audits with third-party firms and internal teams to ensure transparency and accountability.
  
• Maintain robust relationships with UAE government departments including DLD RERA and relevant financial authorities.
  

Requirements

• Ensure tax and regulatory compliance across all entities and development structures.
  

Team & Organizational Leadership

• Lead mentor and manage the finance department including financial managers accountants and analysts.
  
• Champion a high-performance culture emphasizing accuracy integrity and strategic focus.
  
• Drive cross-functional collaboration between finance legal sales and development units.
  

Candidate Requirements

Criteria

Requirement

Education

Bachelors in Finance Accounting or Economics (mandatory); MBA or CPA/CA preferred

Experience

Minimum 10 years in senior finance roles within the UAE real estate sector with at least 5 years in a CFO or Deputy CFO capacity

Technical Skills

Real estate financing budgetary planning project financial modelling ERP/CRM systems

Compliance Knowledge

UAE regulatory frameworks (RERA DLD) AML procedures audit standards

Leadership

Proven ability to manage and scale finance teams within a dynamic development environment

Stakeholder Management

Strong relationships with auditors banks and government departments

Location

Dubai United Arab Emirates
(On-site full-time)

Benefits