The ideal candidate will be responsible for financial strategy, financial planning and analysis, financial reports, company audits, compliance, and bank relationships. He / She will collaborate with the CEO and the executive team to make decisions regarding company's financial strategy and operations.
Strategic Leadership & Vision
- Partner with the CEO and leadership team to define and execute long-term strategic plans.
- Lead financial aspects of business transformation, business expansion, vessel sale / purchase.
- Provide insights on growth opportunities and competitive positioning.
Financial Strategy & Capital Management
- Develop and manage financial strategies that support the organization's mission and performance goals.
- Optimize capital structure, investment strategies, and capital allocation decisions.
- Oversee capital raising efforts, including equity, debt, and strategic partnerships.
Performance Management & Value Creation
- Design and implement metrics to track performance and support strategic decision-making.
- Align financial planning and forecasting with KPIs and value drivers.
- Deliver financial insights that guide resource allocation, pricing, and portfolio management.
Operational Finance & Risk Management
- Oversee financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting across the organization.
- Ensure strong financial governance, controls, compliance, and enterprise risk management.
- Support digital finance transformation and automation of key finance functions.
Financial Reporting & Compliance
- Oversee the preparation of timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
- Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, GAAP) and regulatory requirements.
- Lead external audits and manage relationships with auditors and tax advisors.
Accounting Operations
- Lead core accounting functions including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, and payroll accounting.
- Develop, implement, and maintain accounting policies and procedures to ensure efficiency and accuracy.
- Oversee monthly and year-end close processes, ensuring all deadlines are met.
Stakeholder Communication
- Serve as the primary liaison to investors, lenders, and financial institutions.
- Lead communication of financial performance and strategic plans to the Board and external stakeholders.
- Build credibility and trust with internal and external stakeholders through transparency and insight.
Leadership and Team Development
- Lead and mentor the finance teams across the business unit .
- Foster a high-performance culture focused on strategic execution, integrity, and accountability.
- Drive digital transformation and financial systems modernization initiatives.
Qualifications
CA with Bachelor's degree in Finance & Accounting
12 -15 years of senior financial leadership/ CFO experience, ideally including strategic planning roles.
Strong understanding of Industry , capital markets, business modeling, and enterprise risk.
Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
