CFO

CFO (Chief Financial Officer) needed for a leading group in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Requirements:

BSc/BA in Accounting, Finance or relevant field; MSc/MBA is a plus.
CPA is a strong advantage.
Minimum 15 years of relevant working experience with large enterprises.
Proven experience as a CFO.
Previous experience in UAE is a plus.
In depth knowledge of corporate financial law and risk management practices.
Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting methods.
Experience with corporate governance.
Proficient in the use of MS Office and financial management software (e.g. SAP).
Ability to strategize and solve problems.
Strong leadership and organizational skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Proven negotiation skills.
Ability to understand new issues quickly and make wise decisions.
Ability to inspire confidence and create trust to build relationships with senior internal and external stakeholders (auditors, bankers, investors, etc.).
Ability to work under pressure, plan personal workload effectively and delegate.
Native Arabic speaker with excellent command of English.

Responsibilities:

Drive the group’s financial planning.
Assist with high-level decisions about policy and strategy.
Perform risk management by analyzing the organization’s liabilities and investments.
Decide on investment strategies by considering cash and liquidity risks.
Control and evaluate the organization’s fundraising plans and capital structure.
Ensure cash flow is appropriate for the organization’s operations.
Supervise all finance personnel (controllers, treasurers etc.).
Manage vendor relationships.
Prepare reliable current and forecasting reports.
Ensure compliance with the law and company’s policies.