Finance Director

Qataryello; Lahore; On-site; PKR 2,500,000 - 3,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Qataryello is seeking a strategic finance partner in Lahore, Pakistan. The successful candidate will contribute to country strategy and business plans, lead financial management activities including budgeting and reporting, and maintain a strong financial control environment.

The role demands a qualified accountant with 10 to 15 years of experience in multinational manufacturing firms, providing opportunities for leadership and influence at senior levels.

Qualifications

• 10 to 15 years’ experience at Financial Controller, Head of Finance, or equivalent senior leadership level.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, local statutory reporting, tax, and compliance requirements.
• Proven ability to partner with senior leaders and influence decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic finance partner to the Country GM.
• Lead end-to-end financial management including budgeting and forecasting.
• Establish and maintain a strong financial control environment.

Skills

Financial management

Data-driven analysis

Cost analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Audit compliance

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

Our client is a well-established multinational manufacturing organisation operating across multiple international markets. The business is part of a global group with a strong footprint in emerging economies, supplying essential products to both domestic and export markets, and continuing to invest in long-term regional growth.

Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic finance partner to the Country GM, contributing to the development and execution of country strategy and five-year business plans
• Translate strategic objectives into clear financial plans supported by data-driven analysis and benchmarking
• Lead end-to-end financial management including budgeting, forecasting, management reporting, statutory reporting, and group reporting in line with global timelines
• Own the monthly close process, financial commentary, and performance reviews, highlighting risks, opportunities, and corrective actions
• Establish and maintain a strong financial control environment to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with local statutory and group requirements
• Oversee all accounting, tax, treasury, funding, and cash flow management activities, including working capital optimisation
• Provide detailed cost analysis across manufacturing and supply chain operations, identifying efficiency and margin improvement opportunities
• Support commercial decision-making through pricing analysis, market insights, and competitor evaluation
• Lead capital expenditure planning, investment appraisals, and funding discussions with senior stakeholders and the board
• Manage banking relationships and oversee foreign exchange exposure and risk management
• Act as the key point of contact for internal and external audits, ensuring timely resolution of findings and continuous improvement
• Serve as Compliance Officer for Pakistan, embedding governance, risk management, and anti-bribery frameworks across the organisation
• Lead, develop, and mentor finance and IT teams, building capability to support both current operations and future growth
• Drive a high-performance culture, promoting accountability, continuous improvement, and strong collaboration across functions
• Represent finance as a key member of the Pakistan leadership team and engage effectively with regional and global stakeholders

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent)
• Mandatory background in manufacturing environments
• Mandatory experience within multinational organisations
• 10 to 15 years’ experience at Financial Controller, Head of Finance, or equivalent senior leadership level
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, local statutory reporting, tax, and compliance requirements
• Proven ability to partner with senior leaders and influence decision-making at country and regional level
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to move beyond reporting into forward-looking insight
• Resilient, adaptable, and capable of leading change in complex operational environments
• Willingness and commitment to work on-site in Lahore, Pakistan