Role Purpose
To lead the Finance function in Cairo, ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong financial controls, and alignment with the company's strategic objectives. The role is responsible for managing financial operations, optimizing cost structures, and supporting business decision-making across departments.
Key Responsibilities
- Financial Management & Reporting
- Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting.
- Ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting standards.
- Manage closing cycles and ensure timely reporting to CFO and leadership.
- Monitor project profitability and department-level P&L performance.
- Budgeting & Cost Control
- Lead annual budgeting process (Revenue & Expenses).
- Ensure alignment between revenue and expense planning.
- Monitor departmental spending vs budget.
- Identify and implement cost optimization initiatives.
- Financial Controls & Compliance
- Establish and enforce internal financial controls.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and local regulations.
- Manage internal and external audits.
- Identify and mitigate financial risks.
- Cash Flow & Working Capital Management
- Manage cash flow, liquidity, and funding requirements.
- Monitor receivables and collections performance.
- Ensure strong working capital discipline.
- Business Partnering
- Act as finance partner to HODs and Project Managers.
- Support departments transitioning into profit centers.
- Provide financial insights to improve operational decisions.
- Support pricing, bids, and commercial evaluations.
6. Team Leadership
- Lead and manage the finance team, including FPA role.
- Ensure high performance, accountability, and continuous development.
- Drive a culture of financial discipline and ownership.
Education
- Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
- Professional certification preferred (CPA, CMA, ACCA)
Experience
- 12-18 years of experience in finance within A&E, construction, or project-based environments
- Strong experience in project financial management
- GCC exposure is a strong advantage
Requirements
Key Competencies
- Financial leadership and strategic thinking
- Strong understanding of project financials (POC, billing, margins)
- Budgeting and cost control expertise
- Risk management
- Business partnering mindset
- Strong analytical and decision-making skills
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting
- Budget adherence across departments
- Cash flow stability and receivables collection
- Project profitability (margin improvement)
- Reduction in POC vs billing discrepancies
- Financial discipline across departments
Work Environment
- Office-based role in Cairo Production Hub
- High interaction with CFO, leadership, and department heads
- Deadline-driven environment aligned with financial cycles
