Best CFO Services Company / Consultant / Provider in Dubai

At Sharp Accounting, we deliver premium CFO Service in Dubai that founders actually use. We pair strategy with relentless execution. Moreover, we keep numbers clean, decisions fast, and compliance quiet. Consequently, leadership focuses on growth while our team runs the finance engine. If you want a Dubai CFO provider that thinks like an owner, you are in the right place.

What is CFO?

Apparently,a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) turns data into decisions. Besides this, in Dubai, that means guiding pricing, cash, funding, tax, and reporting across Free Zone and Mainland entities. In addition, a CFO designs controls, leads forecasting, and aligns investors and banks . Because of which , a modern CFO in Dubai is your strategy partner and your execution lead—every month, without fail.

Core CFO Offerings in Dubai

Virtual / Fractional CFO Services in Dubai

Scale smart with a Virtual CFO in Dubai. We embed part-time leadership, weekly cadences, and board-ready packs. Moreover, you get senior insight without full-time cost.

Strategic Budgeting & Financial Planning (FP&A)

We build Dubai-specific FP&A models in AED. Additionally, we link plans to channels, headcount, and CapEx. As a result , budgets become actionable, not ornamental.

Rolling Forecasts & Scenario Planning (AED)

Markets shift. Therefore, we run rolling forecasts with pricing, volume, FX, and tax scenarios. Moreover, we show cash impact under each case—clearly and quickly.

Cash Flow Management & Working Capital Optimization

Cash wins deals. We shorten receivables, tune payables, and right-size inventory. Additionally, we add weekly cash huddles so surprises vanish.

Profitability & Unit Economics for SMEs

We calculate unit economics by product, client, outlet, or route. Moreover, we expose margin drivers and waste. Consequently, decisions target the biggest wins first.

Pricing Strategy & Margin Improvement Programs

Dubai buyers value clarity. Hence, we design price ladders, promo rules, and discount governance. Additionally, we quantify each move before rollout.

KPI Dashboards & Management Reporting (Board Packs)

You get board packs built for action: KPIs, variance notes, and three clear next steps. Furthermore, dashboards refresh from live ledgers and sources.

Compliance & Dubai-Specific Governance

UAE Corporate Tax Advisory for SMEs & Groups

We map UAE Corporate Tax to your books. Additionally, we prepare adjustments, loss rules, and group positions. Therefore, returns tie cleanly to audited numbers.

VAT Registration and Filing for Mainland & Free Zones

We classify taxable, zero-rated, and exempt supplies correctly. Moreover, we reconcile gateways, discounts, and credit notes. Consequently, VAT in Dubai files on time with evidence.

Economic Substance Regulations (-ESR-) Guidance

We review activities, board minutes, and staffing. Additionally, we draft ESR policies and filings. Thus, your ESR in Dubai remains supportable.

Related-Party Policies & Transfer Pricing

Intercompany flows need structure. Therefore, we set policies, benchmarks, and documentation. Moreover, we prepare local and master file support when thresholds trigger.

Audit Readiness & External Auditor Liaison

We pre-audit ledgers, schedules, and evidence packs. Additionally, we manage PBC lists and close meetings. Consequently, audits finish faster, with fewer notes.

Internal Controls & Finance Policy Manuals

We write concise SOPs for approvals, purchasing, travel, and cash. Moreover, we embed maker-checker controls without slowing teams.

WPS Payroll Controls & Payroll Compliance

Apparently,We validate allowances and rosters . After that , we prepare reconcile debits and WPS files to payslips. Because of which , payroll in Dubai stays compliant and accurate .

Banking, Treasury & Funding

UAE Banking Setup & CFO-led Cash Stewardship

We open Dubai banking the right way. Additionally, we design signatory matrices and liquidity routines. Consequently, treasury runs predictably.

Treasury Management, FX & Multi-currency Controls

We protect margins with FX discipline. Moreover, we implement currency rules, collection rails, and settlement cadences across regions.

Debt Advisory: Term Loans, Overdrafts, Trade Finance

We prepare lender-ready packs, covenants, and projections. Additionally, we negotiate terms and fit instruments to cash cycles.

Investor Relations & Fundraising Support (Pitch & Data Room)

We build the model, deck, and data room. Furthermore, we handle diligence Q&A. Because of which , founders can focus on relationships and narrative.

Lender Reporting & Covenant Monitoring

We automate covenant tests and lender reports. Consequently, banking partners stay confident while you scale.

Automation,Data & Systems

Accounting Stack Selection/CFO-Led ERP (Tally/ Xero/ QuickBooks/ Zoho)

We select the right ERP/accounting stack for Dubai operations. Additionally, we map chart, tax codes, and workflows. Hence, the system supports growth.

Business Intelligence & Real-Time CFO Dashboards

We connect BI to ledgers, POS, ecommerce, and banks. Moreover, dashboards refresh daily. Therefore, decisions use live data.

POS / Ecommerce / Gateway Integrations (Reconciliation)

We reconcile platforms, gateways, wallets, and banks. Additionally, we surface fees, refunds, and chargebacks. Consequently, revenue aligns to cash.

Month-End Close Acceleration & Close Calendars

We compress close timelines using checklists and ownership. Moreover, we stage reconciliations mid-month. Thus, packs land on a fixed date.

Finance Team Design: Roles, SOPs, RACI

We blueprint roles and escalation paths. Additionally, we train teams and measure throughput. Therefore, finance scales without chaos.

Industry-Focused CFO Playbooks (Dubai)

CFO Services for Restaurants & F&B (POS, food cost, WPS)

We manage POS mapping, food-cost controls, and WPS payroll. Moreover, we design channel pricing and delivery commission governance.

CFO Services for Ecommerce (CAC/LTV,gateways,returns)

We reconcile returns and gateways. Besides this , we track cohort profit and CAC/LTV . Consequently, growth becomes sustainable.

CFO Services for Trading & Distribution (inventory, LC)

We optimize inventory turns and credit lines. Furthermore, we structure LC and collateral with cash in mind.

CFO Services for Professional Services (WIP,utilization)

We usually improve WIP hygiene and utilization . Besides this , we align scope and pricing control to protect margins.

Fit-Out & CFO Services for Construction (retention,projects)

We build claim routines,retention tracking, and project controls,. Therefore, cash stays predictable across long cycles.

CFO Services for Clinics & Healthcare (payer mix, claims)

We analyze payer mix and denial rates. Moreover, we tighten claims workflows and working capital.

Free Zone vs Mainland Guidance

CFO Advisory for DMCC, DAFZA, IFZA, DSO Entities

We align governance and tax with each Dubai Free Zone. Additionally, we set reporting to authority expectations.

Mainland vs Free Zone: Tax, Visas, Contracts & Banking

We compare total cost of ownership, visas, and client access. Consequently, structure supports go-to-market, not the other way around.

Substance for Free Zone Groups & Inter-company Charging  

We design charging models, substance proofs, and documentation. On top of that , we reconcile group flows monthly to avoid disputes.

Cost Control & Performance

Cost-Takeout Programs & Zero-Based Budgeting

Apparently,we rebuild budgets from zero. Besides this , we quantify savings with schedules . Therefore, opex drops without hurting delivery.

Procurement & Vendor Term Optimization

We run RFPs, price files, and rebate tracking. Moreover, we negotiate terms matched to cash cycles.

Aged Stock Reduction & Inventory Control 

We usually set exit plans and min-max levels . Consequently, aged stock falls while cash rises.

Revenue Leakage Audits & Collections Acceleration

We hunt missed invoices, under-billing, and pricing drift. Additionally, we accelerate collections with practical scripts and cadences.

Governance,Legal, & Risk Support

Commercial & Contract Term Reviews (Finance Lens)

We usually review penalties,payment terms, and SLAs, . More than that , we recommend edits and model scenarios that protect cash.

Risk Mitigation & Insurance Adequacy

We check cover exclusions and limits . As a result, protection fits the lender and operations requirements.

Fraud Controls & Forensic Reviews (When Needed)

We implement red-flag analytics and access hygiene. Additionally, we investigate anomalies quickly and discreetly.

Transactions & Growth

Sell-Side Financial Due Diligence/M&A Buy-Side

We test off-balance exposures,NWC, and quality of earnings,. On top of that , we align SPA terms with findings.

Investment Cases & Valuation Support 

We usually build peer comps and valuation bridges . As a result, stakeholders see levers and logic clearly.

Post-Merger Integration Finance Playbooks

We unify policies,systems, and charts,. In addition, we drive early synergy capture with disciplined reporting.

Local CFO provider near you in Dubai

Virtual CFO in Dubai (JLT,Business Bay,Downtown)

Apparently,we serve JLT,Business Bay, and Downtown Dubai with remote rhythm or on-site . More than that , we support Mainland setups,DIFC-adjacent, and DMCC,. Because of which, cadence stays tight and access stays easy .

Why Sharp Accounting—Dubai’s CFO Partner

We combine strategic clarity with operational discipline. Additionally, we keep sentences short, actions clear, and calendars firm. Consequently, your CFO Service in Dubai becomes a growth lever, not a monthly scramble. Ready to move from reports to results? Let’s start with a focused, 30-day onboarding and your first board-ready pack.