Head Of Finance / Finance Manager

Job Description

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Head of Finance / Finance Manager

Build and lead a dynamic finance function driving growth across top hospitality and lifestyle brands. If you have experience, join us – this could be the start to something exceptional!

Location: Dubai, UAE

Reports to: Financial Controller / Group CFO / Group CEO

Department: Central Services – Finance

Industry: Hospitality / Retail / Wellness / Lifestyle

Employment Type: Full‑time

Role Overview

DEAL Holdings is building a best‑in‑class finance function to support a fast‑scaling, multi‑brand portfolio across hospitality, wellness, retail, and lifestyle sectors.

We are hiring at two levels:

• Head of Finance (strategic leadership role)
• Finance Manager (operational and build‑focused role)

This role sits at the centre of the business during its setup and expansion phase, with responsibility extending beyond traditional finance into systems, structure, governance, and cross‑functional integration.

You will work closely with PMO, Operations, and Central Services, supporting new openings, project delivery, and long‑term scale.

We are open to candidates at different levels of seniority, provided they bring strong SME experience, system implementation capability, and hands‑on execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Finance operations & control, including full accounting cycle: GL, AP/AR, payroll, treasury, reconciliations.
• Lead month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close across multiple entities.
• Prepare consolidated financials and management reporting.
• Implement and enforce financial controls, approval matrices, and reporting standards.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and reforecast cycles.
• Develop financial models, feasibility studies, and scenario planning for new concepts.
• Conduct variance analysis and provide actionable insights.
• Support pricing, menu engineering, and cost optimisation across F&B operations.
• Ensure compliance with UAE VAT, corporate tax, ESR, and IFRS.
• Manage audits, filings, and regulatory requirements.
• Establish internal controls, SOPs, and governance frameworks across all entities.
• Oversee group‑wide cash flow planning and working capital management.
• Lead setup and management of bank accounts across multiple entities.
• Establish payment processes, signatory structures, and banking mandates.
• Manage relationships with banks, lenders, and financial institutions.
• Implement robust cash control and liquidity frameworks.
• Lead implementation and optimisation of ERP and financial systems.
• Ensure full integration across POS, inventory, procurement, and accounting systems.
• Develop scalable reporting tools and dashboards.
• Train teams on systems and financial processes.
• Oversee governance across procurement and purchasing functions.
• Implement supplier onboarding, approval hierarchies, and purchasing controls.
• Ensure integration between procurement, inventory, and finance systems.
• Monitor supplier terms, pricing, and cost efficiency across all units.
• Support margin optimisation and operational cost control.
• Design and implement the full accountancy structure across all entities.
• Develop and standardise the chart of accounts.
• Establish reporting templates, consolidation frameworks, and inter‑company structures.
• Support company formation, trade licences, regulatory registrations, and renewals.
• Work closely with the PMO and project delivery teams on all active developments.
• Oversee financial management of projects, including budget tracking and cost control.
• Support tender processes, bid evaluations, and commercial reviews.
• Establish and manage project payment processes, including certifications and approvals.
• Control financial documentation related to projects, contracts, and variations.
• Monitor project cash flow, capex spend, and financial risk.
• Ensure alignment between project delivery timelines and financial reporting.
• Partner with Operations, PMO, HR, Procurement, and Brand teams.
• Provide P&L oversight and performance analysis across outlets and concepts.
• Support new openings, commercial decisions, and strategic initiatives.
• Evaluate investments, JV structures, and expansion opportunities.

Candidate Profile

We are intentionally open to both senior and mid‑level candidates, but the following is essential:

• Strong experience in SME or high‑growth environments.
• Background in hospitality, F&B, retail, or multi‑unit operations.
• Proven ability to build systems, structures, and teams from scratch.
• Hands‑on experience with ERP implementation and process design.
• Experience working with PMO and project‑driven environments.
• Strong understanding of UAE financial regulations and compliance frameworks.
• Commercially minded with strong attention to detail and ownership.

Experience Guidelines

• Finance Manager: 7–10 years experience.
• Head of Finance: 10+ years with leadership and build experience.

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance / Accounting.
• ACCA / CPA / CA preferred.

Why This Role

• Opportunity to build a finance function from the ground up.
• Direct involvement in projects, openings, and expansion strategy.
• Exposure to a diversified, multi‑brand platform.
• High level of ownership, autonomy, and impact.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field; ACCA / CPA / CA preferred.
• 7–10 years of multi‑entity finance experience, ideally within hospitality, F&B, retail or lifestyle sectors.
• Strong experience in department setup, ERP implementation, and pre‑opening finance.
• Deep understanding of UAE VAT, corporate tax, IFRS, WPS, and governance frameworks.
• Proven leadership experience managing finance teams and cross‑functional stakeholders.
• High proficiency in Excel and financial modelling.
• Ability to work in fast‑paced environments with strong ownership and accuracy.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.

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2026-04-12 07:12:23