Chief Financial Officer

Chief Financial Officer (CFO) | Egypt

What This Role Is About

Our client, a large FMCG company, is looking for a Chief Financial Officer (CFO), based in Egypt, to lead the regional finance function and partner closely with executive leadership to drive business growth across the MEA region.

This role will be responsible for shaping financial strategy, ensuring strong financial governance, and driving business performance across the region.

You will oversee accounting, controlling, treasury, tax, legal, and financial planning while providing strategic financial leadership to support expansion, investment decisions, and long-term profitability.

You will also play a key role in leading regional finance teams, strengthening financial processes, managing business risks, and acting as a trusted advisor to regional and global leadership.

Non-Negotiables for Client

These are must-haves. Candidates who do not meet all of the below cannot be considered.

• 15+ years of progressive finance experience, including regional leadership exposure
• MEA regional experience within FMCG food and beverage is a must
• Must currently be in a leadership role in FMCG food and beverage. Non-food and beverage experience is not acceptable to the client
• Must have experience working with manufacturing plants and a strong understanding of cost structure and cost control in manufacturing environments
• Must have worked across multiple countries within the MEA region. Experience in only 1 to 2 countries is not sufficient for the client
• End-to-end expertise in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, accounting, controlling, tax, financial governance, and full P&L management
• Ability to partner with executive leadership on strategy, and commercial decision-making
• Deep understanding of manufacturing finance, working capital optimisation, cost control, and financial risk management

This is an opportunity to lead the regional finance agenda for a leading FMCG organisation and play a strategic role in driving growth, operational excellence, and long-term business performance across the MEA region.