Chief Financial Officer

Position Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and visionary Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to spearhead the financial leadership of a prominent publicly listed technology and systems integration group with a robust operational footprint across Saudi Arabia and the broader Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. This pivotal executive role is designed for a strategic thinker who will drive financial excellence, governance, and sustainable value creation within a diversified corporate structure while supporting large-scale government and enterprise initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess a rare blend of financial acumen, operational leadership, and strategic foresight to navigate complex financial landscapes and deliver measurable impact.

Key Responsibilities

The CFO will be entrusted with a broad spectrum of critical financial functions, including but not limited to:

• Strategic Financial Leadership: Develop and implement a robust financial strategy that aligns with the organization’s growth objectives and maximizes shareholder value, ensuring long-term sustainability and competitive advantage.
• Treasury and Liquidity Management: Oversee the management of treasury operations, liquidity, and cash flow, particularly within the context of long-cycle, contract-based revenue models that are characteristic of the technology and systems integration sectors.
• Financial Reporting and Compliance: Lead the preparation and presentation of group financial statements in strict adherence to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and the stringent requirements of a publicly listed entity, ensuring transparency and regulatory compliance.
• Subsidiary Consolidation: Manage the financial consolidation process across multiple subsidiaries and business units, maintaining a cohesive and accurate financial reporting framework that reflects the group’s diverse operations.
• Profitability and Cost Optimization: Drive initiatives to enhance profitability, implement rigorous cost control measures, and ensure accurate revenue recognition across project-based revenue streams, fostering financial discipline and operational efficiency.
• Board and Investor Relations: Serve as the primary liaison between the organization and its board of directors, investors, and regulatory bodies, delivering insightful financial analyses, strategic recommendations, and timely disclosures to support informed decision-making.
• Internal Controls and Compliance: Strengthen internal control frameworks, audit processes, and compliance mechanisms to mitigate risks, safeguard assets, and uphold the highest standards of corporate governance.
• Strategic Partnerships: Collaborate closely with the executive leadership team to evaluate and execute strategic initiatives, including mergers and acquisitions (M&A), capital investments, and other high-impact financial decisions that drive organizational growth.

Qualifications and Experience

To excel in this role, candidates must demonstrate a proven track record of financial leadership in a publicly listed company or a large, complex organization. The ideal candidate will bring:

• Financial Expertise: Extensive experience in treasury management, cash flow optimization, and financial planning within project or contract-driven business environments.
• Regulatory Knowledge: In-depth understanding of IFRS and the financial regulatory landscape, with a keen ability to navigate compliance requirements in dynamic markets.
• Group Financial Management: Hands-on experience in financial consolidation across multiple subsidiaries, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and alignment with group-wide objectives.
• Industry Insight: A strong preference for candidates with a background in technology, systems integration, or infrastructure sectors, given the specialized nature of the organization’s operations.
• Regional Experience: Familiarity with the GCC market, particularly Saudi Arabia, is highly advantageous, as it enables a deeper understanding of local economic, regulatory, and business dynamics.
• Professional Credentials: Professional certifications such as CPA, ACCA, CFA, or equivalent are considered a valuable asset, underscoring a commitment to excellence and continuous professional development.
• Educational Background: A bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field, serving as the foundation for a career in financial leadership.

Why This Role Stands Out

This is an exceptional opportunity for a finance executive to assume a seat at the executive leadership table within a Tadawul-listed organization, where the role offers unparalleled exposure to high-value, large-scale government and enterprise programs. The CFO will have the unique chance to shape the financial strategy of a diversified and rapidly growing group, working at the intersection of technology, infrastructure, and public markets. This role is ideal for a forward-thinking leader who is passionate about driving financial innovation, fostering sustainable growth, and creating long-term value in a dynamic and impactful business environment.