Chief Financial Officer

Our client is a pioneering company in the manufacturing of natural ingredients for the food, beverage, and flavor & fragrance industries. They specialize in custom solutions with a strong emphasis on quality, managing the entire production process.

The role will have the responsibility for Accounting and Treasury functions, in particular:

• Financial Reporting and Accounting Oversight: Manage the preparation and presentation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with OIC or IFRS; ensure proper management of general accounting operations (accounts payable, receivables, fixed assets) and the month-end and year-end closing process with accuracy and timeliness.
• Compliance and Auditing: Ensure compliance with financial, tax, and regulatory requirements; collaborate with external auditors to facilitate annual audits and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure financial reporting accuracy.
• Consolidation and Tax Management: Oversee the consolidation of financial results for multiple business units; ensure timely and accurate filing of tax returns, including VAT, corporate income tax, and other local taxes.
• Treasury Management: Prepare short- and long-term cash flow forecasts; maintain strong banking relationships to optimize financing and cash management; manage debt, including securing new credit lines and ensuring loan covenant compliance.
• Investment and Currency Management: Oversee the company's investment portfolio to optimize returns on excess liquidity and monitor currency exposure, working closely with financial teams to hedge risks and minimize currency fluctuations.
• Working Capital Optimization: Implement strategies to efficiently manage working capital by optimizing receivables, payables, and inventory levels.
• Strategic Financial Planning: Support the development of long-term financial strategies, including capital structure, mergers and acquisitions opportunities, and growth initiatives; identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiency improvements across the organization.
• Leadership and Team Development: Lead and develop accounting and treasury teams, promoting high performance and continuous professional development.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with other departments (e.g., Operations, Legal, Sales) to provide financial insights and support operational decision-making.
• Risk Management and Regulatory Compliance: Identify, monitor, and mitigate financial risks (credit, market, operational); ensure adherence to all financial and accounting regulations, including corporate governance standards, tax laws, and reporting requirements.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field (Master's preferred).
• 8-10 years of progressive experience in accounting and finance, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership role within finance. Previous experience in a medium to large organization, ideally within an industrial or manufacturing company, is a plus.
• Strong experience in treasury management, including cash flow forecasting, banking relationships, and debt management.
• Experience in managing financial reporting and consolidation across multiple entities.
• Professional certification such as CPA, CFA, or ACCA is an advantage.
• Fluency in English, both spoken and written.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced financial modeling using Excel.
• Familiarity with financial reporting software (e.g., Doc Finance, Hyperion, Cognos).
• Knowledge of financial regulations and compliance requirements (OIC and IFRS).
• Strong leadership abilities with a proven track record of leading and inspiring teams.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Highly analytical and detail-oriented, with strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work with tight deadlines.

A great career opportunity.