Chief Financial Officer

Morni; Riyad Al Khabra; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to spearhead their growth initiatives and lead capital raising efforts. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with IPOs, regulatory compliance, and finance team leadership, ready to optimize financial performance in a dynamic market environment.

Qualifications

• Successful record in securing equity funding from institutional investors.
• Experience leading or supporting IPOs, especially on Tadawul or Nomu.
• Proficient in financial governance and Saudi regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead equity fundraising efforts with institutional investors.
• Drive IPO strategy and execution targeting listing on Tadawul.
• Build and scale a high-performing finance function.

Skills

Investor pitching

Financial modeling

Due diligence coordination

Cost-efficiency initiatives

Financial restructuring

Executive presence

Fluency in Arabic

Tools

ERP systems

Reporting tools

Job description

• Lead equity fundraising efforts with institutional investors (VC, PE, SWFs).
• Develop compelling investor materials and manage end-to-end fundraising processes.
• Maintain and nurture relationships with current and potential investors.

IPO Readiness & Public Market Strategy

• Drive IPO strategy and execution, targeting listing on Tadawul (Main Market) or Nomu.
• Oversee all aspects of IPO preparation including regulatory compliance, corporate structuring, and governance readiness.
• Coordinate with legal advisors, auditors, and investment banks throughout the listing process.
• Establish robust financial controls, reporting systems, and budgeting frameworks.
• Optimize cost structures and implement financial discipline across departments.
• Oversee cash flow management, scenario planning, and working capital efficiency.

Finance Team Leadership

• Build and scale a high-performing finance function to support business growth and compliance.
• Provide strategic direction and mentorship to finance, accounting, and legal teams.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, commercial, and product teams.

Regulatory & Market Expertise

• Ensure compliance with ZATCA and other Saudi regulatory bodies.
• Stay abreast of local financial, legal, and tax developments relevant to the business.
• Act as the financial steward in board and executive meetings, representing KSA market realities.

Requirements

• Demonstrated success in securing equity funding from institutional investors.
• Experience with investor pitching, financial modeling, and due diligence coordination.
• Track record of leading or supporting IPOs, ideally on Tadawul or Nomu.
• Strong familiarity with CMA regulations, public disclosures, and listing protocols.
• Proficient in setting up ERP systems, reporting tools, and internal financial policies.
• Experience driving cost-efficiency initiatives and financial restructuring in dynamic environments.
• Prior experience building and managing finance teams in fast-growing companies.
• Strong executive presence with the ability to influence across all levels of the organization.
• Deep understanding of the Saudi regulatory and financial ecosystem.
• Previous experience operating within or advising companies in the Kingdom is highly preferred.
• Fluency in Arabic is essential.

Chief Financial Officer • Riyadh, Riyadh Province, SA