Finance & Accounting

Group Chief Financial Officer Salary
in Dubai 2026

AED 94,549 /mo

AED 1,134,588/year · 6-9 years (Mid Career)

Annual

AED 1,134,588

Salary Range

70,912–126,065

Total Package

AED 94,549

Income Tax

0%

Salary Range

Where you fall among professionals in this role

AED 94,549
P10 MEDIAN P90
AED 49,638 P25: AED 70,912 P75: AED 126,065 AED 163,885

50% of Group Chief Financial Officers in Dubai earn between AED 70,912 and AED 126,065 per month.

Total Compensation

Your full monthly package breakdown

Base Salary
AED 61,071
Housing Allowance 30%
AED 18,632
Transport 10%
AED 6,211
Medical Insurance
AED 735
Annual Flight
AED 551
Gratuity (accrued)
AED 3,623
Total Package
AED 94,549/mo AED 1,134,588/year

0% Income Tax β€” Take-home equals gross

Monthly AED 94,549
Base Salary
Housing Allowance
Transport
Medical Insurance
Annual Flight
Gratuity (accrued)

Career Salary Growth

Expected salary at different experience levels for Group Chief Financial Officer in Dubai

249K 182K 116K 50K 78K 0-2 yrs 86K 3-5 yrs 98K 6-9 yrs 112K 10-14 yrs 134K 15-19 yrs 162K 20-25 yrs 148K 25-30 yrs
Experience Low (P25) Median High (P75)
0-2 years AED 58,494 AED 77,993 AED 103,990
3-5 years AED 64,381 AED 85,841 AED 114,454
6-9 years AED 73,362 AED 97,816 AED 130,422
10-14 years AED 84,259 AED 112,346 AED 149,794
15-19 years AED 100,344 AED 133,791 AED 178,389
20-25 years AED 121,605 AED 162,139 AED 216,186
25-30 years AED 111,215 AED 148,286 AED 197,716

Salary by Industry

How Group Chief Financial Officer pays across industries in Dubai

Executive & General Management
AED 122,914
+30%
Banking & Financial Services
AED 113,459
+20%
Oil, Gas & Energy
AED 111,568
+18%
Legal & Compliance
AED 105,895
+12%
Engineering & Technology
AED 94,549
0%
Healthcare & Medical
AED 89,822
-5%
Finance & Accounting
AED 89,822
-5%
Construction & Real Estate
AED 86,985
-8%
Sales & Marketing
AED 85,094
-10%
Human Resources
AED 83,203
-12%
Supply Chain & Logistics
AED 83,203
-12%
Government & Public Sector
AED 80,367
-15%
Media & Creative
AED 80,367
-15%
Education & Training
AED 75,639
-20%
Hospitality & Tourism
AED 73,748
-22%

Monthly Savings Potential

With AED 94,549/mo salary and estimated expenses of AED 47,275/mo, you could save AED 47,274/mo (AED 567,288/yr).

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Frequently Asked Questions

The median salary for a Group Chief Financial Officer in Dubai is AED 94,549 per month (AED 1,134,588 per year). Salaries range from AED 70,912 at the 25th percentile to AED 126,065 at the 75th percentile, depending on experience, skills, and the employing organization.

A Group Chief Financial Officer with approximately 7 years of experience in Dubai can expect a median base salary of AED 94,549/month. With a typical benefits package including housing (AED 18,632), transport, medical insurance, and end-of-service gratuity, total monthly compensation reaches approximately AED 94,549.

In United Arab Emirates, Group Chief Financial Officer positions typically include a comprehensive benefits package: housing allowance (30% of base salary), transportation allowance (10%), annual flight tickets for home country visits, private medical insurance, and end-of-service gratuity as mandated by labor law. Senior roles may also include education allowance for dependents and performance bonuses.

Dubai offers among the highest salaries for Group Chief Financial Officer positions in the GCC region. While cities like Dubai and Abu Dhabi typically anchor at the higher end of the pay scale, the lower cost of living in some cities can result in better purchasing power. Use the comparison chart above to see exact figures across all 28 GCC cities.

Dubai is a major hub for Finance & Accounting professionals. The city offers tax-free income, a multicultural working environment, and strong demand for skilled professionals. The Finance & Accounting sector in United Arab Emirates continues to grow with Vision 2030 and diversification initiatives driving new opportunities.

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