Chief Financial Officer

Location: Amman, Jordan (preferred) or Dubai, United Arab Emirates Primary Markets :Europe | GCC | North America Employment Type: Full-Time Reports To:Chairman & CEO, with direct accountability to the Board / Investment Committee Working closely with:General Manager Travel: Approximately 50% based in Jordan and/or Dubai and 50% international travel. THE OPPORTUNITYWe are seeking an exceptional executive to join a privately owned international investment and holding group with diversified interests across private equity, operating companies, real estate and global financial investments.This is not a traditional Chief Financial Officer role.We are looking for a commercially minded executive who combines outstanding financial leadership with investment oversight, operational engagement and strategic judgement.The successful candidate will become one of the Chairman’s principal advisers and will play a critical leadership role in strengthening governance, improving transparency, monitoring investments and building an institutional-quality finance and investment platform.This position requires an executive who enjoys understanding businesses from the inside—not simply reviewing financial statements after the fact.THE ROLEThe Chief Financial & Investment Officer will be responsible for the overall financial leadership, governance and investment oversight of the Group’s international activities.Working directly with the Chairman and in close partnership with the General Manager, the successful candidate will establish disciplined reporting systems, strengthen financial controls, oversee international structures, monitor portfolio companies and provide strategic support on acquisitions, capital allocation and long-term value creation.The role requires frequent interaction with portfolio company management teams, Board members, banks, trustees, auditors, tax advisers and other strategic partners.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESFinancial Leadership* Lead the Group’s finance function across all entities and jurisdictions.* Oversee accounting, treasury, budgeting, forecasting and cash management.* Direct the annual audit process and coordinate with external auditors.* Ensure timely, accurate and insightful financial reporting.* Lead tax planning in coordination with international advisers.* Develop and maintain best-in-class financial policies, internal controls and governance frameworks.Investment Oversight* Build and maintain institutional-quality reporting for all investments.* Monitor the operational and financial performance of portfolio companies.* Develop meaningful KPIs and management dashboards.* Coordinate periodic valuations of private investments.* Review business plans, budgets and strategic initiatives submitted by portfolio companies.* Participate in Board meetings, Advisory Boards and Investment Committees where appropriate.* Identify operational risks and opportunities for value creation.* Evaluate acquisitions, disposals and strategic investment opportunities.Governance & Strategic Leadership* Serve as the Chairman’s principal adviser on finance, governance and investment matters.* Coordinate governance across international holding structures.* Maintain relationships with trustees, banking partners, auditors and legal advisers.* Improve visibility across the investment portfolio through disciplined reporting and regular business reviews.* Build institutional processes that support long-term growth, transparency and accountability.REPORTING RELATIONSHIPSReports Directly To ChairmanThe CFIO serves as the Chairman’s principal adviser on finance, investments, governance, risk management and capital allocation.Works Closely With General ManagerThe CFIO will work in close partnership with the General Manager to ensure the successful execution of the Group’s strategic objectives. The role requires continuous collaboration on financial performance, investment monitoring, operational improvement, budgeting, governance initiatives and strategic projects, while providing financial leadership and executive support to the wider management team. Direct Reports* Group Financial Controller* Finance Manager(s)* Treasury Function* Financial Reporting TeamFunctional Responsibility* External Auditors* Tax Advisers* Corporate Secretarial Providers* Trustees* Banking Relationships* External Valuation Advisers* Specialist Financial ConsultantsCANDIDATE PROFILEThe ideal candidate will have at least 15 years of senior executive experience gained within one or more of the following environments:* International Family Office* Diversified Holding Company* Private Equity Firm* Investment Company* Sovereign Wealth Fund* International ConglomeratePrevious experience as Chief Financial Officer, Investment CFO, Finance Director or an equivalent executive leadership role is essential.ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCEThe successful candidate should demonstrate significant experience in:* Private equity portfolio monitoring* Corporate finance* Investment analysis and financial modelling* Business valuations* Treasury and banking relationships* International holding structures* Multi-jurisdictional tax coordination* Board reporting* Corporate governance* Internal controls and enterprise risk management* Mergers, acquisitions and strategic transactionsExperience working across multiple international jurisdictions and managing relationships with trustees, advisers and professional service firms is highly desirable.PERSONAL ATTRIBUTESWe are seeking an executive who demonstrates:* Strong commercial judgement* Strategic thinking with hands-on execution* High intellectual curiosity* An operational mindset* Excellent leadership and communication skills* Confidence working with entrepreneurs, CEOs and Boards* Absolute integrity, discretion and professionalism* The ability to build trust and influence across diverse stakeholders EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS* Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or Business Administration.* MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification is desirable.* ACA, ACCA, CPA, CFA or equivalent professional qualifications are highly regarded.LOCATION & TRAVELThe successful candidate may be based in Amman or Dubai, depending on experience and personal circumstances.The role requires approximately 50% of working time to be spent in Jordan and/or Dubai with the Group’s management team, and approximately 50% travelling internationally to oversee investments, attend Board and Advisory Committee meetings, meet management teams and coordinate with trustees, banks, auditors and professional advisers.WHY THIS ROLE IS DIFFERENTThis is not a traditional finance position.Success in this role will be measured not only by financial excellence, but by the quality of investment oversight, governance, strategic insight and long-term value creation across the Group’s international portfolio.The successful candidate will become one of the Chairman’s closest advisers and will play a central role in shaping the future of a sophisticated international investment platform.Applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.