CFO

Job description / Role

A Top Tier Class FMCG Company in Food Processing and listed in the Saudi Stock Market is seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead its financial strategy and operations. The CFO will oversee all financial functions, including accounting, forecasting, strategic planning, and compliance with KSA regulatory standards. They will manage and direct financial reporting, budgeting, cost controls, and investment management, ensuring alignment with the company’s growth objectives.

Key responsibilities include establishing financial controls, guiding the finance team, and developing processes to enhance operational efficiency. The CFO will play a strategic role in shaping the company’s future direction, providing financial insights into business decisions, investments, and major contracts. They will collaborate closely with executive leadership, supporting company initiatives with high standards of financial accountability and ethical practices.

Qualified candidates should possess a bachelor's degree in accounting or business administration (MBA and CPA/ACCA preferred), with at least 10 years of relevant experience, ideally within the food and beverage sector. The ideal candidate will demonstrate leadership, team management, and a deep understanding of ESG principles as they relate to financial performance.

The ideal candidate should have:-
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience, preferably in the food and beverage industry.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or business administration, with a preference for advanced qualifications like an MBA in Finance or certifications such as CPA, ACCA, or CMA.
• Extensive background in managing financial operations within a major company or division.
• Strong expertise in financial planning, strategic analysis, and risk management.
• Proficiency in multicurrency financial management, budget development, and variance analysis.
• Track record of ensuring compliance with national and international regulatory standards.
• Experience in managing grant applications, audit requirements, and statutory reporting.
• Leadership in treasury and investment functions, providing strategic insights to guide financial decision making and support organizational growth.
• Inspiring and collaborative leadership skills, able to build a high performance finance team and foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Strong problem-solving skills, proactive approach to governance, and high emotional intelligence for effective stakeholder management.
• Understanding of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria and experience in integrating ESG considerations into financial strategies.
• Flexibility, high ethical standards, and a strategic mindset to support the CEO and contribute to the company's broader objectives.

About the Company

A leading food manufacturing company in Saudi Arabia.