Chief Financial Officer

Summary / Objective: The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for leading the finance and accounting functions of the Company. The CFO plays a critical role in formulating and implementing financial strategies, ensuring regulatory compliance, optimizing financial performance, and providing strategic financial guidance to the executive team. This position is vital in supporting the company s growth and profitability objectives while maintaining strong financial controls and governance. The CFO should be knowledgeable in financial technology and software applications. Key

Requirements

• Previous experience as a CFO within a holding group , comprising multiple business clusters, subsidiaries, or diversified business units
• Proven experience working in a publicly listed or shareholding company
• CPA certification is a plus
• A minimum of 15 years of relevant professional experience
• Preferred experience in Qatar, UAE, or KSA. Business Impact: As the CFO, this role significantly impacts the financial health and success of the Company
• The CFO s strategic financial planning and decision-making contribute to the organization s long-term sustainability and profitability
• The CFO plays a key role in attracting investment, managing financial risks, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and fostering investor confidence
• Additionally, the CFO collaborates with cross functional teams to drive operational efficiencies, optimize resource allocation, and support informed business decisions
• The Chief Financial Officer s key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Leadership and Team Management: Providing strategic direction and leadership to the finance and accounting team
• Fostering a high-performance culture and professional development within the finance and accounting functions. -Building and maintaining a strong finance organization, ensuring appropriate staffing, talent acquisition, and succession planning for the teams under the CFO s supervision. -Collaborating with other senior executives and relevant stakeholders to drive cross-functional initiatives and ensure financial considerations are integrated into decision-making processes
• Financial Strategy and Planning: -Collaborating with key stakeholders, including the CEO and executive team, to develop the organization s longterm financial strategy
• This involves analyzing market trends, identifying growth opportunities, and assessing potential risks and challenges. -Leading the annual budgeting process by working closely with department heads to develop realistic and achievable financial targets
• Monitoring and analyzing budget performance throughout the year, identifying areas of variance and implementing corrective actions when necessary
• Developing accurate financial forecasts to support resource allocation and business planning. -Evaluating the organization s capital structure and recommending optimal financing options to support growth initiatives
• This includes assessing debt and equity financing options, negotiating with lenders and investors, and managing relationships with financial institutions
• Analyzing the cost of capital, balance short-term and long-term funding needs, and ensure compliance with debt covenants and financial regulations. -Providing timely and accurate financial analysis, reporting, and insights to the executive team and board of directors
• This includes analyzing key financial metrics, trends, and variances, and presenting findings in a clear and concise manner
• Ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements and maintaining a robust financial reporting framework. -Assisting the Strategy and Business Development Team in evaluating potential mergers, acquisitions, and investment opportunities to support the organization s growth objectives
• Contributing to the process by conducting financial due diligence, assessing the financial viability of potential targets, and developing financial models to facilitate investment decisions. -Ensuring compliance with financial regulations, accounting standards, and internal control procedures
• Establish and maintain effective internal control frameworks and coordinate with external auditors
• Stay updated on regulatory changes and evolving accounting practices to ensure the organization s financial practices remain in compliance
• Financial Management: -Overseeing financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, treasury, taxation, and financial risk management. -Monitoring financial performance and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. -Identifying and implementing cost optimization initiatives to improve financial efficiency. -Ensuring the proper recording and classification of financial transactions in accordance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements
• This includes reviewing journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial records. -Implementing and monitoring internal control processes to safeguard company assets, prevent fraud, and maintain the integrity of financial information. -Analyzing financial data and key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify trends, variances, and areas of concern or opportunity for the organization
• Financial Reporting and Compliance -Ensuring timely and accurate preparation and presentation of financial statements, reports, and disclosures in compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements. -Overseeing internal controls and financial systems to safeguard company assets, prevent fraud, and maintain the integrity of financial information. -Coordinating external audits and managing relationships with auditors, ensuring compliance with audit requirements and addressing any findings or recommendations. -Staying updated on changes in financial reporting standards and regulations and implementing necessary adjustments to financial processes and procedures
• Treasury and Cash Management -Managing the company s cash flow, liquidity, and working capital to optimize financial resources and support operational needs. -Developing and implementing effective cash management strategies, including cash forecasting, liquidity management, and risk mitigation

Desired Candidate Profile

Previous experience as a CFO within a holding group , comprising multiple business clusters, subsidiaries, or diversified business units. Proven experience working in a publicly listed or shareholding company. CPA certification is a plus. A minimum of 15 years of relevant professional experience. Preferred experience in Qatar, UAE, or KSA.