Chief Financial Officer

About the role

The client, a leading FMCG company, is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to be based in Egypt and lead the finance function across the MEA region. The CFO will partner with executive leadership to shape financial strategy, ensure strong governance, and drive business performance.

Key responsibilities

• Define and execute regional financial strategy and long‑term profitability plans.
• Oversee accounting, controlling, treasury, tax, legal, and financial planning functions.
• Lead and develop regional finance teams, strengthening processes and controls.
• Manage business risks and act as a trusted advisor to regional and global leadership.
• Support expansion, investment decisions, and working‑capital optimisation.

Required profile

• 15+ years of progressive finance experience with regional leadership exposure.
• Extensive MEA experience in FMCG food and beverage, currently in a senior leadership role.
• Proven experience managing manufacturing plants, cost structures and cost control.
• Track record of working across multiple MEA countries.
• End‑to‑end expertise in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, accounting, controlling, tax, governance and full P&L management.
• Ability to partner with executive leadership on strategy and commercial decisions.

Required skills