CFO

Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Job Description

Position: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Location: Doha Qatar
Reports To: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Department: Finance

Overview:
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) serves as a key strategic partner to the executive leadership team significantly influencing the company's longterm strategy and financial wellbeing. The CFO is responsible for overseeing all financial operations including financial planning reporting compliance and risk management. The role ensures the company's financial stability adherence to regulations operational efficiency and maximization of profitability and shareholder value.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Financial Leadership:
   • Offer strategic recommendations to the CEO Board of Directors and executive team.
   • Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with the company's goals and objectives.
   • Oversee longterm budget planning and cost management in line with the company's strategic plan.
2. Financial Planning & Analysis:
   • Lead processes for financial forecasting budgeting and variance analysis.
   • Monitor cash flow liquidity and financial metrics to ensure financial health and sustainability.
   • Create financial models and conduct scenario analysis for major business initiatives.
3. Reporting & Compliance:
   • Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial reports including income statements balance sheets and cash flow statements.
   • Ensure compliance with applicable federal state and local regulations including GAAP IFRS or other relevant accounting standards.
   • Coordinate with external auditors regulatory bodies and tax advisors to ensure proper audit reporting and compliance.
4. Operational Efficiency:
   • Identify and implement improvements in financial processes technology and systems to enhance efficiency.
   • Manage all financerelated operations including accounting payroll and treasury functions.
   • Oversee procurement and expense control measures to optimize profitability.
5. Risk Management:
   • Assess and manage financial risks related to markets investments currency fluctuations and operational exposure.
   • Develop and implement policies to mitigate financial risks ensuring adequate insurance coverage and robust internal controls.
   • Oversee the company's capital structure debt management and equity funding strategies.
6. Capital Management & Fundraising:
   • Manage capital structure and strategies related to debt and equity financing.
   • Cultivate relationships with investors banks and financial institutions.
   • Lead capitalraising activities including equity or debt financing initiatives.
7. Leadership & Team Development:
   • Lead mentor and develop the finance accounting and investment teams.
   • Promote a culture of continuous improvement collaboration and high performance within the finance department.
   • Attract develop and retain top financial talent.

Qualifications:

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance Accounting Economics or a related field.
  • MBA or Master’s degree in Finance preferred.
  • CPA or CFA designation is highly desirable.
• Experience:
  • Over 10 years of progressive financial leadership experience including in a senior financial role (VP of Finance Director of Finance or CFO).
  • Proven track record of managing the financial performance of a company or division successfully.
  • Experience with financial modeling capital markets and corporate finance.
• Skills and Competencies:
  • Strong strategic thinking and problemsolving abilities.
  • Excellent financial acumen with a deep understanding of financial reporting and regulatory compliance.
  • Demonstrated leadership and management skills with the ability to influence and inspire.
  • Superior communication and interpersonal skills for engaging with stakeholders at all levels.
  • Experience with ERP systems financial planning tools and advanced Excel skills.