Finance Director

The American University in the Emirates, located in the vibrant city of Dubai, is a prestigious institution dedicated to providing quality education and fostering innovation in higher learning. Our mission is to empower students with knowledge and skills that will prepare them for successful careers in a rapidly evolving global landscape. We pride ourselves on our diverse and inclusive work culture that values collaboration, creativity, and excellence.

We are currently seeking a Finance Director to join our team. The Finance Director will play a crucial role as the strategic leader overseeing all financial operations of the university. Responsibilities include developing financial strategies, managing budgets, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and working closely with senior leadership to support the university's mission and long-term goals.

The ideal candidate for this position will have a Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. Professional certifications such as CPA or CFA are highly preferred. Fluency in both English and Arabic is required. Additionally, candidates should possess strong knowledge of financial regulations, accounting principles, reporting standards, exceptional analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, decision-making skills, leadership qualities, team management abilities, proficiency in financial software and ERP systems, as well as excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Applicants must have a 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. If you are passionate about finance and have what it takes to drive financial success within an academic setting while contributing to our mission of excellence in education, we invite you to apply for the Finance Director position at The American University in the Emirates. This role is ideal for experienced finance professionals looking to make a significant impact on an esteemed institution's financial health and long-term sustainability.

• 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: Finance & Accounting

• Finance Director

Industries : Finance & Accounting

• Higher Education