Robert Walters

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Job Description

Position Overview

The Group CFO will be a key member of the executive leadership team, reporting directly to the Chairman and CEO. This role combines strategic financial leadership with hands-on operational management across our diverse portfolio of businesses. The successful candidate will be instrumental in shaping the group's financial strategy and driving sustainable growth.

Key Responsibilities

Provide strategic financial leadership and oversight across all group entities and subsidiaries

Develop and execute comprehensive financial strategies to drive revenue growth and optimize investment returns

Lead mergers & acquisitions activities, including due diligence, valuation, and post-merger integration

Design and implement corporate structuring initiatives to optimize group operations and tax efficiency

Oversee group-wide budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes

Establish and monitor KPIs and performance metrics across all business units

Create and implement performance-based incentive programs across the organization

Serve as a trusted advisor to the Chairman and CEO on strategic financial matters

Lead and develop a high-performing finance team across multiple jurisdictions

Ensure compliance with international financial regulations and reporting standards

Required Qualifications

Professional accounting qualification (CPA, CA, ACCA, or equivalent)

Master's degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related field

10-12 years of progressive experience in senior financial leadership roles

Previous experience with Big 4 accounting/consulting firms

Demonstrated expertise in asset management and retail/commercial sectors

Strong understanding of European markets and Middle Eastern business practices

Track record of successful M&A transactions and corporate restructuring

Required Skills & Competencies

Strategic thinking and proven ability to drive business growth

Strong leadership skills with experience managing large, diverse teams

Expert knowledge of financial modeling, valuations, and investment analysis

Deep understanding of international financial markets and regulations

Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities

Entrepreneurial mindset with a focus on innovation

Ability to operate effectively in a multi-cultural environment

Fluent in English; additional languages are an advantage

Regular international travel required (30-40%)

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should send their CV and cover letter to:

Marina Brancato: marina.brancato@robertwalters.com

Patricia De Guzman: patricia.deguzman@robertwalters.com

About Us

Our vision is to be the world's most trusted talent solutions business. Through our global footprint spanning 31 countries, we deliver recruitment, recruitment process outsourcing and advisory services to start ups, medium sized enterprises, and the world’s leading organisations.

The businesses we partner with want to make things happen. And they need talent to do it. They have goals. They have challenges. They need people. They want answers.

That might mean recruiting a permanent, temporary, or interim professional. It might mean putting together an outsourced team of 30 recruitment experts or it might mean reframing the way they think about remuneration or diversity.

As the world's most trusted talent solutions business we provide the services that deliver the talent solutions and advice they need to reach their goals.  

Experience

8 Years

Required Qualification

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or CPA, CA, ACCA, or equivalent

Requires Traveling:

No

Salary

Salary Not disclosed

Salary Type

Per Month

Total Vacancies

1

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