Chief Financial Officer

About the Role

ACCEL Human Resource Consultants is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to join their team in Al Khobar, Eastern Region. This full-time role involves leading the financial strategy and operations for the company, ensuring robust financial management and compliance. The successful candidate will bring over 10 years of experience to this senior leadership position.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the company's financial strategy, aligning with investment objectives and business plans.
• Lead annual budgeting, financial forecasting, cash flow planning, and long-term financial projections.
• Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, presenting performance insights to Executive Directors and the Chairman.
• Support the assessment of investment opportunities through financial modelling, valuation analysis, and due diligence.
• Monitor the financial performance of investments and portfolio companies, evaluating returns and capital allocation.
• Manage cash flow, liquidity planning, banking relationships, and payment controls.
• Ensure compliance with Saudi financial reporting, tax, zakat, VAT, and other statutory requirements.
• Maintain appropriate financial policies, procedures, internal controls, and delegated authority frameworks.
• Lead and develop a finance team of two direct reports, establishing efficient processes for a lean organization of approximately 20 employees.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external service providers to ensure efficient financial operations.

Qualifications and Experience

• Proven experience in a senior finance leadership role, such as CFO, Finance Director, Financial Controller, or Head of Finance.
• Over 10 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in an investment company, investment holding company, private equity firm, family office, asset management business, or similar financial environment is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated experience in financial reporting, budgeting, cash flow management, financial controls, and statutory compliance.
• Experience working directly with senior executives, Board members, shareholders, or a Chairman.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Ability to translate financial information into practical business and investment recommendations.
• Solid knowledge of financial statements, financial modelling, budgeting, forecasting, and investment analysis.
• Familiarity with Saudi tax, zakat, VAT, financial reporting, and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Ability to lead a small team while remaining closely involved in operational finance matters.
• Confidence in presenting financial matters clearly to Executive Directors and the Chairman.
• Strong understanding of internal controls, financial risk, and corporate governance.
• Ability to handle sensitive financial, investment, and shareholder information with the highest level of confidentiality.
• Proficiency in financial systems, ERP platforms, and advanced Excel; experience with business intelligence tools is an advantage.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Al Khobar, requiring an individual who can operate effectively in a lean organizational structure of approximately 20 employees. The role involves close collaboration with Executive Directors and the Chairman on financial priorities and strategic initiatives.

Application Process

Candidates who meet the specified qualifications and experience are encouraged to apply. Salary details will be discussed during the interview process.