Group Head of Financial Reporting

Mackenzie Jones; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 20,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multinational corporation in Kuwait is seeking a Group Financial Reporting professional to oversee financial consolidation and reporting across multiple regions. This senior role demands a qualified accountant with significant experience in IFRS and a proven track record in managing finance teams. The successful candidate will be responsible for strategic financial oversight and fostering relationships within the corporate framework.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years PQE in accounting.
• Strong technical experience in IFRS, Statutory Reporting, and Consolidations.
• Experience in F&B, FMCG, or Retail sectors preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for consolidating financial statements and periodical financial reporting.
• Manage relationships at a corporate level and lead a skilled finance team.

Skills

IFRS

Statutory Reporting

Consolidations

Education

Qualified Accountant

Job description

Our client is a global MNC with its corporate HQ based in Kuwait. With operations spanning both the Middle East and Europe, they are currently seeking an internationally minded professional to take responsibility for their Group Financial Reporting.

The role will report to the Group CFO and be responsible for consolidating financial statements, periodical financial reporting, supervising the function in Kuwait, and remotely overseeing the function in international locations. This is a senior position that involves managing relationships at a corporate level as well as leading a team of capable and technically skilled finance staff.

Applicants must have the following qualifications:

1. Qualified Accountant with 8-10 years of PQE
2. Strong technical experience in IFRS, Statutory Reporting, and Consolidations
3. Ideally experience in F&B, FMCG, or Retail sectors
4. Must be currently based in either the GCC or UK. Candidates outside these locations will NOT be shortlisted