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Chief Financial Officer

Communicate and coordinate with management, shareholders, customers, and employees to address sustainability issues. In the GCC market, this role is actively hired across bahrain, kuwait, oman with 18 recent postings.

GCC postings
18
Active markets
6
Typical experience
15+ years
Key responsibilities
  • 01Financial Strategy & Executive Leadership Develop and execute the company’s financial strategy to support growth, profitability, and sustainability Lead long
  • 02flow forecasting, and banking relationships Oversee treasury activities including trade finance, hedging, and foreign
  • 03exchange exposure Optimize capital structure to support growth and capital
  • 04investment programs Provide financial oversight on major supplier and long
  • 05term commercial contracts Risk Management & Governance Embed enterprise
  • 06protection regulations Leadership & Talent Development Lead and develop high
  • 07Develop and execute the company's financial strategy, ensuring alignment with AVANA's mission and goals.
  • 08Oversee debt fund management, structuring, and performance optimization.
  • 09Establish and nurture reliable relationships with banks, credit unions, and institutional lenders to obtain competitive financing.
  • 10Lead financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting processes. Must have prior experience in creating and monitoring budgets across various business units.
  • 11Ensure compliance with SEC regulations and learn the Saudi Central Bank's banking standards and financial reporting requirements.
  • 12Establish and maintain appropriate fund structures that align with regulatory requirements and investor expectations.
Required qualifications
  • — level influence Exposure to large
  • — term leadership role in a stable, growth
  • — oriented industrial organization Working Environment Office and manufacturing environments with regular engagement at plant level High
  • — impact role with senior leadership visibility Travel across regional and international operations
  • — MBA, CA, or CPA; must possess graduate
  • — level education in finance and accounting.
  • — Fluent in GAAP and IFRS accounting standards.
  • — Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in financial leadership roles.
Preferred qualifications
  • — Candidates with previous experience in the Big 4 accounting firms in audit, tax, or advisory will be preferred.
  • — performing teams Fluency in English is essential; knowledge of Arabic is a significant advantage
  • — Master’s degree (MBA or relevant postgraduate qualification) strongly preferred
  • — Professional certification (CPA, CFA, ACCA, or CMA) strongly preferred
  • — Experience in financial services, health insurance or healthcare preferred

Required skills

leadershipcomplianceforecastingaccountingifrsbudgetingerpaudit

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Hiring companies we see

  • SSC HR Solutions
  • Apt Resources
  • Avana Companies
  • Global Business Solution and Business
  • Brain Freeze Interior Decoration LLC
  • S.K. Minerals & Additives Pvt Ltd
  • Bronze Electromechanical Bros
  • Agile Consultants

Hired across

  • bahrain
  • kuwait
  • oman
  • qatar
  • saudi
  • uae
FAQ

  • What does a Chief Financial Officer do in the GCC?

    A Chief Financial Officer in the GCC performs core duties related to leadership, compliance, forecasting, adapted to the regional business environment and regulatory framework.

  • What qualifications do I need to be a Chief Financial Officer?

    Typically a MBA is required, with 15+ years of experience in the field.

  • What is the demand for Chief Financial Officer in the GCC?

    The role is actively hired across bahrain, kuwait, oman, with consistent demand from both local and multinational employers.

  • What skills are needed for a Chief Financial Officer role?

    Key skills include leadership, compliance, forecasting, accounting, ifrs, budgeting, along with strong communication and teamwork abilities.

  • Do I need Arabic to work as a Chief Financial Officer in the GCC?

    Arabic language proficiency is often preferred but not always required. It depends on the employer, sector, and client-facing nature of the role.

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