Chief Financial Officer (UAE Operations)

Chief Financial Officer (UAE Operations)
Location: Clifton, Karachi
Salary: Market Competitive
Industry: Signage | Outdoor Media | OOH Advertising | Digital Signage | Manufacturing | Project-Based B2B Business

We are looking for a seasoned Chief Financial Officer to lead the financial strategy and operations of a UAE-based signage and outdoor advertising company, managed from our Karachi back-office. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing financial reporting, budgeting, treasury, taxation, cash flow, corporate finance, risk management, compliance, and financial planning. This role requires providing strategic financial guidance to the CEO and senior leadership while managing multi-entity operations in project-based, manufacturing, or advertising-related industries.

Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement the Group’s financial strategy to support business growth and profitability goals.
- Collaborate closely with the CEO and senior management on strategic planning, investments, expansion, and key financial decisions.
- Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting and consolidation across all Group entities.
- Ensure full compliance with IFRS, taxation, UAE VAT, statutory regulations, and corporate governance standards.
- Lead treasury functions including cash flow forecasting, liquidity planning, working capital management, banking, and financing activities.
- Oversee annual budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, variance analysis, and KPI reporting.
- Assess business opportunities, capital investments, financial risks, and profitability initiatives.
- Manage corporate tax planning, statutory filings, internal controls, and tax-risk mitigation strategies.
- Lead internal and external audits, ensuring timely resolution of audit findings.
- Establish and maintain robust financial controls, policies, governance frameworks, and risk management systems.
- Lead, mentor, and develop finance, accounting, taxation, and treasury teams.
- Oversee ERP systems, finance automation, process improvements, and digital transformation efforts.
- Maintain strong relationships with banks, auditors, consultants, regulators, and other key stakeholders.

Required Qualifications
- Professional qualification such as CA, ACCA, CPA, CMA, or an equivalent credential is mandatory.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, or a related field.
- Minimum 12 to 15 years of progressive experience in Finance & Accounting, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role such as CFO, Group CFO, Finance Director, Financial Controller, or Head of Finance.
- Proven experience managing multi-entity or Group-level financial operations.
- Strong knowledge of IFRS, financial reporting, taxation, treasury, corporate finance, and internal controls.
- Comprehensive understanding of Pakistan and UAE taxation, corporate compliance, and regulatory requirements.
- Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, Odoo, or similar platforms.
- Excellent financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and business analysis skills.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience
- Experience in Signage, Outdoor Advertising, OOH, Construction, Real Estate, Manufacturing, Infrastructure, or other project-based industries is highly desirable.
- UAE or international finance experience will be considered an advantage.
- Additional certifications or training in Corporate Finance, Treasury, or Risk Management are beneficial.
- Exposure to UAE taxation and international finance environments is preferred.

Core Competencies
- Strong strategic thinking and commercial business acumen.
- Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Analytical mindset with sound decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
- High integrity, confidentiality, accountability, and professional ethics.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-oriented business environment.

Compensation
Up to PKR 500,000 per month

Work Location
This is an in-person role based in Clifton, Karachi.

Candidates will be asked to provide details on their professional qualifications, relevant experience in senior finance roles, familiarity with UAE financial regulations, industry experience, current and expected salary, and notice period.