Chief Finance Officer

CFO j. awan & partners Location: International | Type: Full Time | Reports to: CEO Mission of the Role The CFO will serve as a strategic partner to the CEO, driving the financial and business strategy of the firm. This role demands a strategic mindset, high-quality execution and the ability to inspire and lead a team of ambitious colleagues. What Success Looks Like (12 18 Months) • Deliver a multi-year financial strategy integrating consulting growth, recurring RegTech/SaaS revenue and potential capital events • Build unit-level P&Ls across consulting and RegTech within the first 90 days • Deploy live dashboards with key metrics including utilisation, realization, MRR/ARR, churn and gross margin • Improve cash conversion and subscription billing cycles • Implement a global financial governance framework aligned with international and GCC regulations • Complete internal and external audits with no major findings • Support M&A activity including financial due diligence, acquisition preparation and post-acquisition integration • Build and mentor a lean, high-performing finance function capable of supporting rapid international growth Key Responsibilities • Develop and implement a multi-year financial strategy aligned with the firm's growth and diversification goals • Build a comprehensive reporting framework including business unit P&Ls, cash flow forecasts and performance dashboards • Transition manual reporting to automated, systemised dashboards using BI tools • Strengthen working capital management and optimise project and subscription billing cycles • Establish financial discipline around utilisation rates, pricing and employee profitability • Implement internal financial controls and compliance processes consistent with international best practices • Ensure audit readiness and support corporate governance across all regional entities • Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO and senior leadership team on strategic decisions, M&A and technology investments • Lead financial due diligence and post-acquisition integration across both business lines Core Competencies • Executive leadership and influence across senior stakeholder groups • Strong FP&A skills with experience across SaaS and consulting business models • Operational excellence in process improvement, automation and dashboard reporting • Strategic mindset with the ability to turn financial data into actionable insights • Highest standards of integrity, governance and professional accountability • Cultural agility with a strong understanding of GCC markets and regulatory environments Experience & Qualifications • 15+ years in finance leadership, preferably within professional services, consulting or technology • Experience with recurring revenue models, MRR/ARR metrics and RegTech/SaaS financials • Multijurisdictional finance expertise including IFRS, local GAAP, and GCC tax/VAT frameworks • Proficiency in ERP and BI tools such as NetSuite, Xero or Power BI • Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field • Professional qualification preferred: CPA, ACA, CMA or CFA What We Offer • Competitive salary and benefits package • KPI-driven performance bonus • Long-term incentive plan participation • Potential equity and partner status • Comprehensive medical insurance • Career growth within a global, fast-scaling organisation • Continuous learning and development opportunities 15+ years in finance leadership, preferably within professional services, consulting or technology Experience with recurring revenue models, MRR/ARR metrics and RegTech/SaaS financials Multijurisdictional finance expertise including IFRS, local GAAP, and GCC tax/VAT frameworks Proficiency in ERP and BI tools such as NetSuite, Xero or Power BI Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field Professional qualification preferred: CPA, ACA, CMA or CFA