Group CFO

Qatar Permanent View Job Description
Our client, a Leading Diversified Group in Qatar is seeking to hire a Group CFO to manage their portfolio. This position will be based out of their offices in Qatar and will spearhead the financial function and overall strategy of the organisation.  
  • Opportunity to work for a Leading Diversified Conglomerate
  • Excellent Exposure

About Our Client

Our client is a Large Holding Company in Qatar with diversified interests - they have more than 50 companies under their umbrella and employ over 3500 professionals. They are recruiting a Group CFO to manage their portfolio of investments and manage the overall profitability of the organisation. 

 

Job Description

  • Business partner with the CEO and the board to develop and oversee the Group's financial strategy
  • Conduct due diligence for new investments, acquisitions, disposals, and ad-hoc projects
  • Create budgets and financial projections in accordance with the business plan
  • Develop and implement internal controls to ensure efficient financial operations as per industry standards
  • Implement efficient technology wherever required to drive business value in alignment with the Group's goal
  • Ensure that financial policies adhere to both national and global standards
  • Maintain control over taxation, accounting, and finance to guarantee accurate and timely reporting
  • Verify the accuracy of internal reports and financial accounts
  • Oversee yearly audits and report financial findings to the board
  • Partner effectively with banks, government agencies, and finance bodies
  • Maintain cash liquidity
  • Ensure that information is accessible on digital platforms
  • Lead learning and development of direct reports and performance management of the overall team
  • Identify and manage principal business risks while ensuring compliance with legal

The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelors or Masters Degree in Finance or Accounting or related
  • Professional accounting qualifications such as ACCA, CMA, CPA, CIMA or CA is a huge added advantage
  • Minimum 20 years of post graduate experience, of which, at least 8 are in a senior leadership role
  • Experience within a Holding Company or a Diversified Conglomerate (Family Group) is a MUST
  • Professional proficiency in Arabic is a huge added advantage



 

What's on Offer

The successful candidate for this role will be offered a competitive monthly salary and attractive incentives and an opportunity to work for a Leading Diversified Conglomerate in Qatar.

Contact
Bindita Baksi
Quote job ref
JN-092024-6549696

Job summary

Sector
Finance & Accounting
Subsector
Financial Director / CFO
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Qatar
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Bindita Baksi
Job reference
JN-092024-6549696