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.
Dubai - United Arab Emirates
Category
Experience
Career Level
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
Skills
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