A leading and diversified organisation is seeking an experienced and strategic Group Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join its Executive Leadership Team. This is a high-impact role responsible for driving the Group's financial strategy, governance, and long-term sustainability while supporting ambitious growth objectives.

The successful candidate will serve as a trusted advisor to the Chief Executive Officer and Board of Directors, ensuring sound financial management, effective risk oversight, and regulatory compliance across the Group.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Strategy & Leadership

• Develop and execute the Group's financial strategy in line with business objectives.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and capital allocation processes.
• Provide strategic financial analysis and recommendations to support executive decision-making.
• Drive initiatives that enhance profitability, operational efficiency, and sustainable growth.

Financial Management & Governance

• Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements, management reports, and financial analyses.
• Manage treasury, cash flow, working capital, and liquidity to ensure financial stability.
• Strengthen internal controls, financial governance, and compliance frameworks.
• Lead relationships with external auditors, financial institutions, tax authorities, and regulatory bodies.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS and all applicable statutory and regulatory requirements.

Risk Management

• Identify, assess, and mitigate financial and operational risks.
• Support the Board and Audit & Risk Committee through robust financial reporting and governance.
• Foster a culture of compliance, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Executive Leadership

• Act as a strategic partner to the Chief Executive Officer and Executive Leadership Team.
• Contribute to business transformation, expansion, and investment initiatives.
• Represent the organisation in discussions with key financial stakeholders and regulatory authorities.
• Provide high-level oversight of support functions, including Human Resources, Information Technology, and Administration, while empowering functional leaders to manage day-to-day operations.

Candidate Profile

• Professionally qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related discipline (Master's degree is an advantage).
• Minimum of 10–15 years' progressive finance leadership experience, including senior executive or CFO-level responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, corporate finance, treasury management, taxation, and financial governance.
• Demonstrated experience leading audits, financial planning, budgeting, and risk management.
• Proven ability to influence executive stakeholders and contribute to strategic business decisions.
• Excellent leadership, communication, analytical, and decision-making skills.

Why Join?

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a well-established organisation in a strategic leadership role where you will influence the company's financial direction, contribute to long-term growth, and work alongside a dynamic executive team.

If you are a visionary finance leader with a passion for driving business performance and delivering strategic value, we would be delighted to hear from you.