Head of Finance

Confidential – Head of Finance (Fashion Industry Experience Required)

Location: Dubai, UAE

Industry: Fashion / Retail / E-commerce

A fast-growing, multi-brand fashion group is seeking an experienced and commercially driven Head of Finance to lead its finance function and support continued global expansion. This is a confidential opportunity for a senior finance leader who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and has proven experience within the fashion industry.

The Role

The Head of Finance will oversee all financial operations across the organisation’s UAE headquarters and support its international structure. You will play a key role in shaping financial strategy, building scalable processes, and ensuring world-class financial performance across a dynamic, multi-market business.

This is a hands-on position suited to someone who enjoys balancing strategic leadership with operational ownership in a high-growth environment.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Lead the development and execution of the company’s financial strategy.

• Partner with senior leadership to support growth, expansion, and commercial decision-making.

• Establish scalable financial systems and structures to support a rapidly growing organisation.

• Provide insights and recommendations that influence business direction and performance.

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Own budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning.

• Deliver accurate management reporting and financial analysis.

• Monitor key performance metrics across markets and channels.

• Provide scenario planning and financial modelling to support commercial decisions.

Accounting & Compliance

• Oversee accounting, reporting, and compliance activities across multiple regions.

• Ensure all audits, statutory filings, and tax obligations are completed accurately and on time.

• Implement strong internal controls, governance, and risk management processes.

• Manage relationships with auditors, tax advisors, and key financial partners.

Cashflow & Treasury Management

• Monitor and optimise cashflow across all operating entities.

• Manage banking relationships, credit facilities, and funding requirements.

• Ensure effective capital allocation to support sustainable growth.

Commercial Finance

• Partner with e-commerce, retail, and operations teams to optimise profitability.

• Assess commercial performance across categories, markets, and channels.

• Support pricing, sourcing, and inventory strategies with robust financial insight.

Team Leadership

• Build and lead a high-performing finance team across multiple regions.

• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

• Mentor and develop finance team members.

What You’ll Bring

• Minimum 8 years’ experience, including 4+ years in a senior leadership role.

• Essential: Proven experience within the fashion industry (retail, e-commerce, or multi-brand environments).

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).

• Strong technical expertise across financial planning, reporting, and accounting.

• Experience managing multi-entity and multi-currency operations.

• Commercially astute with an entrepreneurial, hands-on approach.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving organisation.