CFO - Chief Financial Officer

Job description / Role

The Company
Our client is in its early stages but is very much considered to be a high growth disruptive Technology business. They are currently looking to recruit a Chief Financial Officer who has experience of working in technology/high growth sector.

The Role

As part of an executive management team, the CFO role will have interaction with various members of our organisation, both senior and junior. Your responsibilities will include a strategic role in the overall management of the organisation. You will have primary day-to-day responsibility for planning, implementing, managing and controlling all financial-related activities. This will include direct responsibility for accounting, finance, forecasting, strategic planning, costing, legal, deal analysis and negotiations, investor relationships and partnership compliance. You will also contribute to the development of our financial and operational strategy, organisational KPI's, and ongoing development and monitoring of the financial system.

Key Responsibilities

* Act as Chief Financial Officer and strategic business partner to the senior executive leadership team and Board of Directors
* Assess and evaluate financial performance of an organisation with regard to long-term operational goals, budgets and forecasts. Provide insight and recommendations to both short-term and long-term growth plan of the organisation
* Communicate, engage and interact with Board of Directors and executive leadership team
* Create and establish regular financial objectives that align with the organisational plan for growth and expansion
* Participate in critical organisational decisions as they relate to strategic initiatives and operational models
* Interact with and bring the department into line with Board of Directors' plans, initiatives and recommendations
* Implement policies, procedures and processes as deemed appropriate by the senior leadership team
* Participate in recruitment and interviewing process for finance and accounting departments as required
* Participate in the selection process of external auditors
* Implement policies, procedures and processes as deemed appropriate by the senior leadership team and organisational requirements
* Prepare and present regular financial budgeting reports including monthly profit and loss by division, forecast vs. budget by division and weekly cash flow by division
* Review and analyse monthly financial results and provide recommendations
* Identify, develop and execute analysis of business initiatives, product launches and/or new service offerings
* Develop and maintain monthly operating budget and annual organisational operating budget
* Supervise the accounting and finance departments to ensure the proper functioning of all systems and databases
* Review and ensure application of appropriate internal controls, compliance and financial procedures
* Ensure timeliness and accuracy of financial and management reporting data available for investors and Board of Directors
* Oversee the preparation and communication of weekly, monthly and annual financial statements
* Oversee the month-end close process, constantly reviewing procedures while eliminating inefficiencies
* Oversee preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements
* Enhance and implement financial and accounting systems, processes, tools and control systems
* Serve as a key point of contact for external auditors; Manage preparation and support of all external audits
* Manage cash flow planning process and ensure funds availability
* Oversee cash, investments and asset management area
* Monitor financial performance by measuring and analyzing results, initiating corrective actions, and minimizing the impact of variances
* Maximize return on invested funds by identifying investment opportunities and maintaining relationships with the investment community
* Report financial status by developing forecasts, reporting results, analyzing variances, and developing improvements
* Maintain outstanding relationships and strategic alliances with vendors and business partners
* Supervise and mentor direct reports, encouraging effective collaboration
* Develop employees with high potential and identify learning opportunities to ensure appropriate training and development
* Maintain active and ongoing dialogue in relation to employee goals and individual performance
* Actively engage with employees to enhance communication and their understanding of department goals

Requirements

The Candidate

* Qualifications / Experience
* Bachelor Degree in Accounting or Finance
* MBA or equivalent graduate degree preferred
* Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification a plus
* Minimum 10 years' experience in accounting and financial management practices
* Experience in a senior management position
* Outstanding communication and presentation skills
* Demonstrated leadership ability, confidence and executive presence - ability to motivate staff
* Strong planning, problem-solving and organisational skills and is able to prioritise and manage multiple tasks and deadlines
* Experience in the technology, mobility or automotive industry is an advantage

Salary and Benefits

80,000aed per month plus significant Equity

About the Company

Founded in 1948, Robert Half International Inc. (NYSE symbol: RHI) is the world\'s first and largest specialized staffing firm and a member of the S&P 500 index. We are a global leader in professional staffing and consulting services and the parent company of Protiviti, a leading independent internal audit and business and technology risk consulting firm. For 2006, Robert Half International reported revenues of $4 billion and now has staffing and consulting operations in more than 400 locations worldwide.