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Chalhoub Group

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Chalhoub Group
📍 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 💼 15+ Years 💰 AED 40,000 - 70,000
Posted 30 Jun 2026
Job Type Full Time
Openings 1
Category Finance & Accounting
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Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER (EMIRATI)


Position Overview

The Chief Financial Officer will lead the Bank's finance function and financial strategy, overseeing financial planning, reporting, profitability, capital and liquidity management, regulatory reporting, tax governance, financial controls and stakeholder relationships.


Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute the Bank's financial strategy aligned with business objectives, regulatory requirements and Group priorities.

  • Advise senior management on:

    • Financial performance

    • Capital allocation

    • Profitability

    • Cost management

    • Strategic business decisions

  • Drive balance sheet optimization, profitability enhancement, capital adequacy and liquidity management.

  • Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and business performance management.

  • Monitor financial performance and recommend corrective actions where required.

  • Oversee financial reporting and accounting functions, ensuring timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in accordance with IFRS and Group policies.

  • Ensure compliance with regulatory reporting requirements, including submissions to CBUAE, RBI and other relevant authorities.

  • Lead tax governance and compliance covering:

    • UAE Corporate Tax

    • VAT

    • Transfer Pricing

    • Cross-border tax reporting

    • Applicable Emirate-level taxation

  • Maintain a robust financial control and governance framework.

  • Ensure effective internal controls, risk management and regulatory compliance.

  • Manage relationships with CBUAE, FTA, auditors, tax authorities, Head Office and other key stakeholders.

  • Oversee internal and external audits and ensure timely closure of audit observations.

  • Lead and develop the Finance function, promoting accountability, integrity, continuous improvement and talent development.

We are looking for a highly skilled Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our team at Chalhoub Group. Provide excellent services and grow your career with us.

Requirements

Desired Candidate Profile

 

  • Minimum 8–10 years of UAE banking finance experience.

  • Minimum 3 years in a senior finance leadership role within a UAE-based bank.

  • Strong understanding of UAE banking regulations and financial reporting requirements.

  • Proven experience dealing with CBUAE, FTA, auditors and other regulatory stakeholders.

  • Experience in foreign bank branches, multinational banks or international banking groups will be preferred.


Technical & Functional Knowledge

  • IFRS

  • UAE Central Bank regulations

  • Basel III capital and liquidity requirements

  • UAE Corporate Tax and VAT

  • Transfer Pricing and cross-border tax matters

  • Budgeting and forecasting

  • Financial planning and performance management

  • Internal controls over financial reporting

  • Corporate governance

  • Capital and liquidity management

  • Regulatory and financial reporting


Educational Qualification

Mandatory:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or a relevant discipline.

Preferred Master's Qualification:

  • Master's Degree / MBA in Banking & Finance

Preferred Professional Qualifications:

  • ACCA

  • ICAI / CA

  • CPA

  • ICMAI / CMA

  • CIMA

  • CFA


COMMON ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

  • UAE National (Emirati) with Family Book (Khulasat Al Qaid) – Mandatory.

  • Maximum age: 50 years.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

  • Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder-management skills.

  • Willingness to work at any branch/office within the UAE, as required.

  • Previous employment record should be satisfactory and free from disciplinary or legal issues.

  • Candidates must comply with applicable CBUAE regulations and UAE banking requirements.

  • Candidates must be able to provide supporting documentation for identity, nationality, educational qualifications, professional certifications and relevant work experience during the selection process.

 

Employment Type

  • Full-time

Company Industry

Department / Functional Area

Keywords

  • Chief Financial Officer
  • CFO
  • Banking CFO
  • Finance Director
  • Head Of Finance
  • Head Of Financial Management
  • Director Finance
  • Senior Finance Manager
  • Financial Controller
  • Group Finance Head