Deputy CFO/CFO

At TechBiz Global, we are providing recruitment service to our TOP clients from our portfolio. We are currently seeking a Deputy CFO/CFO to join one of our clients' teams. If you're looking for an exciting opportunity to grow in a innovative environment, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Establish the finance function, providing strategic direction and oversight across accounting, treasury, regulatory reporting, and financial planning.

• Partner with the CEO and executive team to develop long-term financial strategies, capital planning, and business performance monitoring.

• Ensure compliance with UAE financial regulations (VARA, DIFC) and IFRS, while maintaining best practices in corporate governance and risk management.

• Oversee preparation and accuracy of financial statements, management reports, and performance dashboards for senior stakeholders.

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial modeling to guide business decisions and support expansion.

• Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, financial institutions, and regulatory authorities.

• Direct treasury and liquidity management, including cash flow optimization, trading/brokerage accounting, and FX exposures.

• Implement and enhance internal control frameworks to safeguard assets and strengthen financial integrity.

• Provide leadership and mentorship to the finance team, fostering a high-performance, compliant, and collaborative culture.

• Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO and Board, contributing to strategic initiatives including fundraising, new product development, and corporate structuring.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; professional qualification (CPA, ACCA, CFA, CIMA) strongly preferred.

• Proven track record (7+ years) in senior finance leadership, ideally within financial services, brokerage, or digital trading.

• Strong knowledge of IFRS, UAE regulatory requirements (DIFC, VARA), and international financial governance standards.

• Demonstrated experience in financial strategy, capital management, and regulatory reporting.

• Advanced financial modelling, data analysis, and ERP/financial systems skills; excellent Excel (incl. Power Pivot/Power Query).

• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with C-level executives, regulators, and external stakeholders.

• Ability to balance strategic vision with operational execution in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.