Group Chief Financial Officer

Group Chief Financial Officer

Salary: € 90,000 to € 120,000
  

About Our Client

Our Client is a well-established Group with a strong focus on entertainment, operating across retail, hospitality, and food & beverage. 

Role Overview

The Group Chief Financial Officer will be a pivotal part of the Senior Leadership Team, providing strategic direction and financial oversight across a multi-brand business. This leadership role will drive financial performance, promote operational excellence, and ensure robust corporate governance across the Group’s retail, F&B, and hospitality operations. The CFO will also play a key role in evaluating growth initiatives and maintaining strong relationships with external stakeholders. 

Key Responsibilities  

• Strategic Financial Leadership: Guide financial strategy in alignment with business goals, advising the CEO and Board on financial planning and performance. 
• Reporting and Analysis: Lead the preparation of detailed financial reports and forecasts that highlight key performance trends. 
• Cash and Capital Management: Oversee liquidity planning, capital allocation, and cash flow optimisation across all business units. 
• Team Development: Direct and inspire the finance team, encouraging collaboration, accountability, and continuous professional development. 
• Budgeting and Planning: Coordinate budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring accuracy and consistency across all entities. 
• Compliance and Governance: Ensure strict adherence to fiscal obligations and maintain strong internal governance frameworks. 
• Stakeholder Engagement: Manage critical relationships with auditors, financial institutions, and regulatory bodies. 
• System Oversight: Strengthen financial systems, internal controls, and process efficiency, including payroll, invoicing, and reporting functions. 
• Board Reporting: Present financial insights and commercial recommendations at Board and executive meetings. 
• Regulatory Awareness: Stay informed of developments in financial regulation and tax law, ensuring business readiness. 
• Technology Leadership: Oversee the Group’s IT operations to ensure alignment with strategic priorities and data security protocols. 
• Performance Monitoring: Track and assess business unit performance using key metrics and KPIs. 

Qualifications, Skills, and Attributes  

• Education: Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CPA, or equivalent). A Master’s degree in Finance or Accountancy is considered an asset. 
• Experience: At least 10 years of senior finance leadership experience, ideally within a group structure covering hospitality, F&B, or retail sectors. 
• Language Skills: Excellent command of English is required to succeed in this role. The ability to communicate in Maltese would be an asset. 
• Communication Skills: Strong communicator with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels. 
• Interpersonal Skills: Collaborative and approachable, with a talent for building trust and effective relationships. 
• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in financial software; familiarity with Shireburn, Opera PMS, and Simphony is advantageous. 
• Organisation: Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. 
• Self-Motivated: Driven, proactive, and results-oriented with a strong sense of responsibility. 
• Problem-Solving: Analytical mindset with a capability to interpret complex data and develop practical solutions. 

What's on Offer  

• Compensation: A competitive base salary with performance-based incentives. 
• Working Hours: Full-time role with senior-level responsibilities and flexibility as required.  
• Other Benefits: The role offers a car allowance, mobile and line for business use, free parking, staff meals, dining discounts, global hotel stay benefits, and access to professional development programmes. 
• Career Development: Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a dynamic and expanding company. 

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