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About the Role

IFG Holding, a prominent Saudi holding company with diverse interests in real estate development, contracting, technology, and investment, announces the need to hire an experienced Group CFO. This is a full-time position, requiring presence at the Riyadh, Saudi Arabia headquarters, and plays a pivotal role in leading financial strategy and operations across IFG Holding and its subsidiaries. The Group CFO will be a key contributor to building an integrated investment ecosystem focused on sustainable growth and long-term value creation, in line with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030.

Role Responsibilities

• Lead the overall financial strategy and operations for IFG Holding and its subsidiaries.
• Oversee group-wide financial planning and budgeting cycles.
• Effectively manage the group's cash flows.
• Ensure efficient capital allocation across all business units.
• Oversee the preparation, consolidation, and analysis of financial statements.
• Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting in compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulations, including International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Collaborate with executive leadership to evaluate investments and support strategic decision-making.
• Provide data-driven insights into business performance and identify potential risks.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Promote internal controls and ensure strong corporate governance.
• Manage and maintain strong relationships with banks, auditors, and regulatory bodies.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial systems, processes, and governance frameworks.
• Conduct investment appraisals and support fundraising activities.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in senior finance roles, preferably at a group or holding company level within diversified or investment-driven organizations.
• Extensive experience in financial management and financial planning, including budgeting, forecasting, and capital allocation.
• Proficiency in financial statement preparation and financial reporting, including experience with consolidation and compliance with relevant accounting standards such as IFRS.
• Advanced analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide clear, actionable recommendations to senior leadership.
• Proven track record in cash flow management, banking relationship management, fundraising, and investment appraisal.
• Demonstrated ability to build, mentor, and lead high-performing finance teams.
• Strong understanding of corporate governance, risk management, and internal control frameworks.
• Experience working in or with organizations in the GCC or Saudi Arabia; familiarity with Saudi regulatory and business environments is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• A professional qualification such as CPA, ACCA, CMA, or equivalent is essential.
• A Master's degree or MBA is considered an added advantage.

Core Skills

• Finance
• Financial Planning
• Budgeting
• Forecasting
• Capital Allocation
• Financial Statements
• Financial Reporting
• Consolidation
• IFRS
• Analytical Skills
• Leadership
• Cash Flow Management
• Banking Relationships
• Fundraising
• Investment Appraisal
• Team Leadership
• Mentoring
• Collaboration
• Corporate Governance
• Risk Management
• Internal Control Frameworks
• Communication

Job Details

This is a full-time position requiring on-site presence. The work location is Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Proficiency in Arabic is considered an added advantage.