Chief Financial Officer

Chief Financial Officer (CFO) – Construction Sector/Real Estate

Location:

GCC

A leading contracting group is seeking to appoint a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join its executive leadership team.

The CFO will oversee the full financial function of a Construction Division comprising multiple entities operating within the core contracting business. This role is instrumental in driving financial performance, liquidity management, banking strategy, and long‑term sustainable growth.

• Develop and execute financial strategy aligned with business objectives
• Lead long‑term planning, forecasting, and scenario modelling
• Provide commercial insight to support executive decision‑making
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and reporting standards

• Oversee liquidity across multiple live projects
• Optimize receivables, payables, subcontractor payments, and project cash cycles
• Implement strong cash management controls

• Manage relationships with banks and financial institutions
• Negotiate and manage project financing, working capital facilities, overdrafts, term loans, guarantees, and bonds
• Ensure covenant compliance and facility optimization

• Oversee IFRS 15 / Percentage of Completion (POC) accounting
• Review WIP, project costing, claims, variations, and margin analysis
• Ensure accurate financial representation of project performance

• Lead implementation and optimization of ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards, Microsoft Dynamics, Build Smart, etc.)
• Drive automation, reporting enhancements, and financial dashboards

• Strengthen internal controls and financial governance
• Lead and develop finance and project accounting teams

• Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (CPA / ACCA / CMA / CA preferred)
• 10–15+ years of experience, including 5+ years in senior finance leadership within construction or contracting
• Strong experience managing multi‑project cash flow environments
• Proven track record in banking negotiations and facility management
• Deep understanding of project‑based ERP systems
• Strong commercial acumen with executive presence

This opportunity is ideal for a strategic, hands‑on finance leader who thrives in complex, project‑driven environments and can partner effectively with executive leadership to drive performance and growth.

Interested candidates are invited to apply or reach out directly for further discussion.