Nemer AlGhool , CMA, CFM, MBA
Chief Financial Officer
Dubai
Summary
Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Certified Financial Manager (CFM), and MBA in Finance with 25 years of strategic financial leadership in complex, multi-sector environments. Expertise in leading large finance teams, driving financial transformations, establishing strong governance, and partnering with CEOs and boards to align financial strategies with long-term corporate goals. A results-oriented leader with deep experience in retail, automotive, and e-commerce sectors across the MENA region.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Group Finance Director
Bin Hamoodah Company LLC
11.2025 - Current
Chief Financial Officer
Union Coop
02.2024 - 06.2025
- Serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, advising the CEO and board on strategic initiatives, capital structure, and long-term financial planning.
- Spearheaded a material enhancement in cash flow through advanced forecasting and liquidity strategies.
- Reduced operating by identifying cost-saving opportunities across procurement and logistics.
- Partnered with department heads to deliver a zero-based budget aligned with strategic objectives.
- Implemented real-time financial dashboards, reducing reporting cycle time by 50% and improving decision-making responsiveness.
- Developed and executed a corporate-wide financial transformation roadmap, driving enterprise-wide alignment with KPIs.
- Directed budgeting, FP&A, treasury, and tax functions for a multi-billion-dirham operation.
- Introduced a dynamic liquidity framework, ensuring optimal funding and capital allocation.
- Led statutory audits with no material findings, reinforcing internal control strength and regulatory compliance.
- Played a pivotal role in investment appraisals and supplier negotiations to enhance commercial value.
- Presented quarterly financials to board and investors, ensuring transparency and strategic alignment.
- Built a finance center of excellence, leading capability-building and succession planning across the finance team.
Head of Finance
Al Tayer Motors
02.2016 - 02.2024
- Oversaw all aspects of financial planning, reporting, and control for a diversified automotive business with over AED 2B in annual revenue.
- Led a team of 40+ professionals across finance, accounting, and treasury.
- Optimized capital allocation and introduced performance dashboards that enabled real-time strategic decision-making.
- Negotiated financing facilities and restructured debt agreements to improve liquidity and reduce interest burden.
- Enhanced governance by embedding internal controls and compliance monitoring across multiple legal entities.
- Supported digital transformation initiatives by aligning finance operations with ERP modernization projects.
- Negotiated vendor contracts and improved procurement efficiency, delivering AED 10M in cost savings over the tenure.
- Introduced detailed expense tracking systems and cost reduction strategies, achieving AED 8M in operational savings.
Finance Control Director
MAF Ventures
06.2010 - 02.2016
- Directed financial control and reporting across multiple business units, partnering with operational leaders to improve financial outcomes.
- Led policy design for budgeting, risk mitigation, and capital expenditure governance.
- Spearheaded financial reporting automation, ensuring data accuracy and audit readiness.
- Coached cross-functional teams to adopt a performance-driven approach aligned with strategic priorities.
Regional Finance Head
Bayt.com
11.2007 - 06.2010
- Managed financial operations across MENA, supporting strategic growth initiatives in regional offices.
- Developed comprehensive financial reports and dashboards for executive leadership.
- Conducted cost-benefit analyses and implemented budgeting KPIs across the organization.
- Strengthened cash flow and working capital through tight AR/AP controls and forecasting discipline.
Chief Financial Officer
Magrudy Enterprises
11.2005 - 11.2007
- Revamped financial operations to enhance decision-making and control.
- Instituted enterprise risk management practices to safeguard financial health.
- Improved working capital management and optimized internal processes.
Internal Audit Manager
Magrudy Enterprises
06.2004 - 11.2005
- Designed and led audit plans to assess internal control effectiveness.
- Provided executive management with audit findings and risk remediation strategies.
Supervising Senior Auditor
Moore Stephens
03.2001 - 05.2004
- Executed statutory audits and provided financial consultancy to large clients in manufacturing, retail, and financial services.
- Identified internal control weaknesses and proposed practical enhancements.
Education
MBA - Finance
University of Leicester
United Kingdom 01.2011 - 01.2015
B.A. - Accounting
Applied Science University
Jordan 01.1997 - 01.2001
Skills
Financial Strategy
Budgeting and forecasting
Cash Flow Optimization
Business Transformation
ERP Implementation
Digital Finance
Risk Management
Internal Controls
Board Reporting
Regulatory Compliance
Tax Planning
Team Development
Cross-Functional Leadership
Certification
Certified Management Accountant CMA
Timeline
Group Finance Director
Bin Hamoodah Company LLC
11.2025 - Current
Chief Financial Officer
Union Coop
02.2024 - 06.2025
Head of Finance
Al Tayer Motors
02.2016 - 02.2024
MBA - Finance
University of Leicester
01.2011 - 01.2015
Finance Control Director
MAF Ventures
06.2010 - 02.2016
Regional Finance Head
Bayt.com
11.2007 - 06.2010
Certified Financial Manager CFM
06-2006
Certified Management Accountant CMA
05-2006
Chief Financial Officer
Magrudy Enterprises
11.2005 - 11.2007
Internal Audit Manager
Magrudy Enterprises
06.2004 - 11.2005
Supervising Senior Auditor
Moore Stephens
03.2001 - 05.2004
B.A. - Accounting
Applied Science University
01.1997 - 01.2001