Group CFO, International Holding

Title : Group Chief Financial Officer

Location : UAE , with regular business trips to Cyprus and Europe

Languages : Fluency in English and Russian is required

We are seeking a Group Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the financial strategy and governance of a diversified international holding company with operations across the Middle East, Asia, and the CIS. This is a senior, hands-on leadership role that requires both strategic vision and strong operational execution.

As a key member of the executive leadership team, the CFO will manage complex, multi-jurisdictional financial operations, ensure financial compliance and stability, and drive long-term value creation. The role demands a proactive mindset, excellent multitasking abilities, and the capacity to operate independently in a dynamic, international environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Financial Leadership : Develop and implement the Groups financial strategy to support sustainable growth, profitability, and effective risk management across various business units and jurisdictions.
• Multi-Jurisdictional Oversight : Oversee and align financial operations across diverse legal and tax environments, ensuring full compliance with local and international regulations.
• Tax & Corporate Structure Expertise : Provide deep tax planning and advisory support for complex corporate and ownership structures. A thorough understanding of corporate taxation in Russia, UAE, Cyprus, Luxembourg, Switzerland , and the EU is essential.
• Capital Management & Investment Strategy : Lead capital allocation, liquidity management, and financial structuring to optimize capital efficiency and funding.
• Financial Performance & Risk Management : Drive budgeting, forecasting, and risk assessment using advanced analytics and reporting tools.
• Financial Reporting & Compliance : Ensure timely, accurate financial reporting in line with IFRS and EU regulations , including multi-entity consolidation. Strong working knowledge of DAC6 and other EU corporate reporting obligations is required.
• Operational Excellence & Cost Optimization : Identify and implement strategies to improve cost efficiency, streamline financial processes, and enhance operational agility.
• Banking & Investor Relations : Establish and maintain strong relationships with financial institutions, investors, and other key stakeholders.
• Technology & Process Optimization : Lead the financial digital transformation agenda, including ERP implementation and automation of reporting processes.
• Board Engagement : Serve as a strategic advisor to shareholders and the Board, delivering clear, data-driven financial insights and recommendations.

Key Qualifications & Experience