Company Description
AIG, established in 1998, is a value-added reseller and business consultant recognized for bridging local market needs with global technology innovations. AIG provides specialized products and integrative services across industries such as oil and gas, petrochemicals, power generation, aviation, and ICT. By partnering with renowned global market leaders, AIG delivers turnkey, customer-centric solutions to local enterprises. Over two decades, the company has built a reputation for reliability and excellence in representing international trademarks and providing high-quality services to the Egyptian market.
Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site role based in Cairo, Egypt, for the position of Chief Financial Officer (CFO). The CFO will oversee financial planning and analysis, manage the company's financial statements and reporting, and ensure financial health through strategic initiatives. Responsibilities include formulating financial strategies, supervising execution of budgets, delivering financial projections, ensuring compliance with regulations, and collaborating with other senior executives to make data-driven business decisions. The CFO will also optimize financial performance and provide key recommendations to support the company's growth goals.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Operations & Control
- Oversee all core accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, treasury accounting, and payroll, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with Egyptian Accounting Standards (EG GAAP) and IFRS.
- Establish and maintain strong internal financial controls and accounting policies to safeguard company assets, ensure data integrity, and prevent fraud.
- Manage the timely and accurate preparation of financial statements, tax submissions, regulatory reports, and internal management reports.
Treasury & Capital Management
- Develop and implement treasury strategies covering cash flow forecasting, liquidity management, and surplus fund investments.
- Manage banking relationships, negotiate favourable terms, and maintain adequate credit facilities to support operations and growth.
- Optimize the company's capital structure through effective use of debt, equity, and internal financing.
Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
- Lead the FP&A function, providing variance analysis, profitability analysis by product/segment, and cost-benefit assessments for new initiatives.
- Deliver strategic dashboards, KPIs, and performance insights to support executive decisionmaking.
- Oversee annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and longterm financial planning in alignment with business goals.
Tax Planning & Compliance
- Develop and lead corporate tax strategies to ensure tax efficiency while maintaining full compliance with Egyptian tax laws.
- Manage all tax filings, documentation, audits, and communications with the Egyptian Tax Authority.
- Stay updated on tax regulations and advise the leadership team on tax implications of major investments and strategic decisions.
Strategic Leadership & Risk Management
- Contribute to executivelevel decisions by providing financial perspectives and evaluations for strategic initiatives.
- Conduct comprehensive risk assessments related to financial performance, investments, and market exposure, implementing appropriate mitigation plans.
- Lead financial due diligence and integration efforts for mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, and significant capital projects.
Systems, Reporting & Team Leadership
- Enhance financial reporting accuracy and efficiency through advanced systems, automation, and technology adoption.
- Establish an automated weekly financial reporting system for realtime leadership insights.
- Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Maintain strong relationships with the Board of Directors, auditors, regulators, and key financial stakeholders.
Qualifications
- Required Years of Experience: 15+ years in Accounting, Finance, or related fields.
- Major / Field of Study: Financial Management or Accounting.
- Required Education/Certifications: CMA, MBA, PhD.
- Strong leadership, analytical, financial modelling, and decisionmaking capabilities.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills at executive and board levels.
- Proficiency in Financial Planning, Financial Statements, and Financial Reporting.
- Proven ability to develop and implement financial strategies.
- Strong knowledge of compliance, regulations, and industry standards.
