Chief Financial Officer

Job Description : Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Location: GCC Industry: Automotive Experience: 25+ years of experience in finance leadership roles, with at least 5 years as a CFO or equivalent, ideally in the automotive or manufacturing sector. Position Overview: The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will oversee the financial operations of the automotive company, ensuring financial health, stability, and growth. The CFO will be responsible for financial planning, risk management, strategic decision-making, and operational efficiency. This role is critical in driving profitability, optimizing financial performance, and supporting the company’s long-term business goals. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the automotive industry and a proven track record of managing complex financial operations in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: Financial Strategy: Develop and implement the company's financial strategy to support overall business objectives, focusing on revenue growth, profitability, and operational efficiency. Financial Planning & Analysis: Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis processes, ensuring accurate financial projections and resource allocation. Risk Management: Identify and manage financial risks, ensuring the company’s financial health is safeguarded. This includes overseeing internal controls, auditing processes, and compliance with regulatory requirements. Budgeting & Cost Control: Oversee the company’s budgeting processes and implement cost control measures to improve profitability and operational efficiency. Revenue Optimization: Work with the sales, operations, and business development teams to optimize revenue generation and identify new growth opportunities. Treasury & Cash Flow Management: Manage the company’s treasury function, ensuring optimal cash flow, liquidity, and capital structure. Ensure efficient use of capital resources and debt management. Financial Reporting: Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting to stakeholders, including the board of directors, investors, and regulatory authorities. This includes overseeing the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A): Lead financial due diligence for potential mergers, acquisitions, and partnerships, ensuring strategic alignment and value creation. Investor Relations: Serve as the primary point of contact for investors, providing transparent financial insights and ensuring strong relationships with key stakeholders. Taxation & Compliance: Ensure compliance with all tax laws and regulations, both domestic and international, while optimizing the company's tax position. Capital Expenditure & Investment: Evaluate and approve capital expenditure plans, ensuring investments are aligned with business objectives and deliver strong returns. Leadership & Team Development: Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and excellence. Technology & Systems Integration: Oversee the implementation of financial technology and systems to improve reporting accuracy, streamline processes, and enable data-driven decision-making. Qualifications & Requirements: Proven experience as a CFO or similar senior finance leadership role in the automotive, manufacturing, or industrial sector. Strong understanding of financial management, accounting principles, and regulatory frameworks, particularly within the automotive industry. Expertise in financial analysis, forecasting, and budgeting, with a focus on driving business growth and operational efficiency. Hands-on experience in capital management, treasury operations, and cash flow optimization. Demonstrated ability to lead and execute mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic initiatives. Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to convey complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders. Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to manage and develop high-performing teams. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field. A Chartered Accountant (CA), CPA, or MBA in Finance is highly preferred. Proficient in financial management software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems. Personal Attributes: Strategic thinker with strong business acumen and the ability to align financial operations with broader business goals. Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. High level of integrity and commitment to ethical business practices. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with competing priorities. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

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