Finance Director - 6 month FTC

Are you a seasoned finance operations leader with experience scaling financial systems across complex, multi-entity international structures? We are recruiting a Group Finance Director for a fast-growing clean energy group based in the UAE. Serving over millions of people across globally, this interim-to-permanent role offers the chance to shape the financial backbone of a purpose-driven organisation. Ideal candidates will have significant Middle East experience and thrive in high-growth, multi-market environments.

As the Group Finance Director, your primary responsibilities will include:

Finance Operations Management:

• Oversee payments, treasury, accounts payable/receivable, bookkeeping, and financial administration across all entities.
• Ensure efficient and accurate financial processes that align with the organisation’s growth objectives.

System Development & Scalability:

• Design and implement scalable frameworks, processes, and internal controls to support rapid expansion across multiple markets.
• Optimise ERP systems to improve accuracy, efficiency, and reporting quality.

Multi-Entity Oversight:

• Manage financial administration for holding entities, as well as operating subsidiaries across Africa and other regions.
• Ensure consistency and compliance across all legal entities within the group structure.

Treasury & Cash Flow Management:

• Lead cash flow management, foreign exchange oversight, and banking relationships across various markets.
• Maintain robust treasury operations to support business needs in emerging markets.

Compliance & Reporting:

• Ensure adherence to obligations under development finance institution agreements and debt facility covenants.
• Coordinate external audits and ensure timely statutory reporting and regulatory filings for all entities.

Team Leadership:

• Build, mentor, and manage a high-performing finance team distributed across multiple locations.
• Foster collaboration and alignment within the finance function to drive operational excellence.

Executive Collaboration:

• Partner closely with senior leadership (including the CEO, CFO, and country finance leads) to align finance operations with organisational strategy.
• Provide strategic input on financial matters to support decision-making at the executive level.

Candidate Requirements:

To excel in this role, you should meet the following qualifications:

Education & Skills:

• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, or equivalent) is highly desirable.
• Fluency in written and verbal English; additional languages are a plus.
• Strong knowledge of international accounting standards (IAS) and financial reporting standards (IFRS).
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as Odoo is an advantage.

Experience & Competencies:

• At least 15+ years of experience in finance operations leadership roles within multi-entity international structures. CFO experience or readiness is preferred.
• Proven ability to build and scale finance operations in high-growth environments spanning multiple markets.
• Deep expertise in treasury management, payments processing, AP/AR functions, financial controls within complex group structures, IPO preparation, and M&A activities.
• Exposure to DFIs, development finance organisations, or impact-driven businesses is advantageous. Experience in African markets or off-grid energy sectors is highly desirable.
• Hands-on approach with strong execution capabilities; able to balance strategic vision with operational detail.

If you are ready to lead from the front, drive impactful change, and contribute to a purpose-driven mission, we encourage you to apply today!

Please note: Only candidates with Middle East based experience will be considered for this role. Due to the volume of applications, only qualified candidates will be contacted.