Chief Financial Officer - Unger

Relocation Authorized:
National/International - Family

Telework Type:
Full‑Time Office/Project

Work Location:

Sharjah

Unger Steel Fabrication FZE (Free Zone Establishment) is a partnership that includes a steel fabrication facility located in the Hamriyah Free Trade Zone of Sharjah, United Arab Emirates (UAE). This vertically integrated company secures our ability to provide a supply of high‑quality steel on time to Bechtel's global projects.

Unger Steel Fabrication FZE supplies fabricated steel to Bechtel's projects worldwide and from its UAE facility also supports third party projects to maintain its position as an industry leader in structural steel fabrication. Through collaboration, the company ensures proper methodical steel planning and production, while allowing greater visibility for its customers into the fabrication and shipment of steel. Integration across the workflow strengthens our ability to mitigate supply chain uncertainties, while securing timely solutions for projects.

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for leading the financial strategy, planning, risk management, and overall financial health of the organization. The CFO will provide strategic financial leadership aligned with UAE regulatory requirements, corporate governance standards, and best international practices. He or she will also support the establishment and continuous improvement of company policies and oversee the institutionalization of compliance programs.

Oversight of compliance extends to requirements imposed by the association and obligations of the respective JV partner ownership.

The CFO has ultimate responsibility for the accuracy of financial statements (IFRS and tax compliance), the oversight of the accounting, IT, purchase, logistics and administration departments as well as for the implementation of internal controls.

Reports to and receives operational direction from USF (Unger Steel Fabrication) Managing Director.

Directly supervises and provides operational direction to Purchasing Manager, Logistics Manager, IT Manager, Finance Manager, Administration Manager.

• Oversight of operational functions to ensure they are performed according to the policies, procedures and the compliance guidelines.
• Develop and execute the company’s financial strategy in alignment with corporate objectives.
• Lead long‑term financial forecasting and capital structure planning.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Monitor cash flow, working capital, and financial performance metrics.
• Optimize capital structure and financing strategies.
• Oversee investment management and funding requirements.
• Manage relationships with banks and financial institutions.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in compliance with IFRS.
• Ensure compliance with UAE Federal Tax Authority regulations, including Corporate Tax, Transfer Pricing and VAT.
• Liaise with external auditors, banks, regulators, and financial institutions.
• Establish strong internal controls and governance frameworks.
• Identify financial and operational risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure adequate insurance and financial risk coverage.
• Lead and develop the finance team to ensure high performance.
• Establish KPIs and performance standards.
• Foster a culture of accountability, integrity, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure that all personnel follow company ESH guidelines and that all QHSE aspects are properly implemented.
• Participation in the Management Safety Walk.
• Being an Unger ambassador within the Bechtel organization.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (Master's preferred).
• Professional certification required (CPA, ACCA, CA, CMA or equivalent).
• Minimum 10–15 years of progressive financial leadership experience.
• At least 5 years in a senior finance leadership role (CFO / Finance Director level).

• Experience with in the UAE or GCC market.
• Strong knowledge of UAE financial regulations, Corporate Tax, Transfer pricing, VAT, and IFRS.
• Adherence to the highest Ethical Standards & Integrity.