Chief Financial Officer (CFO) | Head of Finance - Fashion Retail

March 2, 2026

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Overview:
The CFO leads the company’s financial strategy, planning, and performance within the fashion retail industry. The role oversees budgeting, forecasting, treasury, financial reporting, compliance, and cash-flow management while supporting strategic decision-making, profitability, and business growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee the company’s financial strategy and planning
Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
Supervise treasury activities and cash-flow management
Review financial reporting and performance
Support strategic decision-making with financial insights
Handle owner’s investments including financial evaluation, monitoring, reporting, and asset protection.
Lead and support company mergers & acquisitions activities, including financial due diligence, valuation, deal structuring, and post-acquisition financial integration.
Oversee corporate tax, VAT, and financial compliance
Ensure preparation and completion of annual audited financial statements
Improve margins and financial performance across retail operations
Partnering merchandising and retail teams through financial analysis
Establish financial controls and governance standards
Partner with leadership to align financial and business strategies

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business

· CPA, CA, ACCA, or CMA preferred

Experience:

Minimum 10 years as CFO or senior finance executive in fashion retail
20+ years progressive finance leadership experience
Background in retail financial planning, inventory finance, and multi-store operations

· Proven experience partnering with merchandising, buying, supply chain, and omnichannel retail functions to support financial planning and business performance.

· Proven track record in profitability improvement and financial transformation

· Experience with ERP systems and retail/e-commerce financial operations

Skills:

· Strong financial and commercial acumen

· Strategic thinking and leadership capability

· Advanced financial modelling and forecasting

· Deep understanding of retail KPIs

· Knowledge of e-commerce business models and consumer trends

· Risk management, compliance, and governance expertise

· Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED1.00 - AED2.00 per month

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