Group CFO

A reputable client of ours specialised in the Real Estate sector is looking to onboard a seasoned Group CFO to join their team of professionals:

Duties:

• Revise and improve policies and procedures as well as ensure that financial statements and group consolidation accounts are being delivered according to industry standards.
• Drive the financial aspects of Group strategy, including investment decisions, while collaborating with the executive leadership team to identify opportunities for growth and operational improvement
• Deliver regular reporting on treasury KPIs, cash positions, and liquidity forecasts to the CFO and Board
• Support the achievement of operational and commercial objectives which contribute to the long-term profitability of the Group 
• Implement and oversee intercompany cash management structures, including loans, capital injections, and dividends, and ensure transactions are properly documented
• Provide financial analysis for the Board both when assessing potential new investments alongside reviewing the performance of current business activities, overseeing Group-wide cost optimisation strategies to maximise efficiency
• Present financial updates, forecasts, and strategic recommendations to the CEO and the Board.
• Oversee the Group's accounting consolidation and reviewing monthly and quarterly management accounts 
• Support the Group and relevant departments in ensuring a robust Internal Audit function is in place, to assess and report on the effectiveness of Governance, Risk Management, and Control Processes, ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements at the Group level 
• Evaluate, manage and mitigate financial and other risks in collaboration with the CEO and the Board

Requirements

• A minimum of 8 + years' of local experience holding a similar leadership position
• Would ideally hold strong experience in the Development , Real Estate and Hospitality sectors
• Must have excellent communication skills in both English and Maltese
• Solid knowledge of financial governance, internal control, risk management, and compliance regulations and procedures
• Proven track record of successfully managing a sizable finance team and building a strong corporate structure.

Education and Experience

• Must be a locally qualified and warranted accountant/finance professional

Job Reference: IY059