Finance Director

**American University in the Emirates**

American University in the Emirates (AUE) is a prestigious higher education institution located in the United Arab Emirates. Committed to providing quality education, AUE fosters a diverse and inclusive environment that encourages innovation and excellence. The university's mission is to prepare students for successful careers and leadership roles in a globalized world. With a strong emphasis on academic rigor and practical application, AUE equips students with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in today's competitive job market.

**Finance Director**

As the Finance Director at American University in the Emirates, you will play a crucial role as a strategic leader overseeing all financial operations of the university. Your responsibilities will include developing financial strategies, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Working closely with senior leadership, you will support the university's mission and long-term goals by maintaining its fiscal health. The ideal candidate will possess a Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field along with professional certifications such as CPA, CFA, or equivalent. Fluency in English and Arabic is essential for effective communication within the organization.

**Key Responsibilities**

- Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with the university’s mission and strategic goals.
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations, accounting principles, and reporting standards.
- Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting processes to optimize resource allocation.
- Oversee financial performance analysis to support decision-making by senior leadership.
- Manage financial software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems effectively.

If you have over 10 years of progressive financial management experience with at least 5 years in a leadership role, along with proven expertise in higher education or complex organizations, we invite you to apply for this challenging position. Join us at American University in the Emirates to make a meaningful impact on shaping future leaders through sound financial stewardship. This opportunity is ideal for seasoned finance professionals looking to contribute strategically to an esteemed educational institution.

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive financial management experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Experience in the higher education sector or a large, complex organization is an advantage.

• - Strong knowledge of financial regulations, accounting principles, and reporting standards.
• - Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• - Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
• - Proficiency in financial software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
• - Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Seniority Level: Executive-Level

• Senior Management

Job Functions: Legal & Compliance

• Finance Director

Industries : Finance & Accounting

• Higher Education