Financial Director

Employer Overview

A leading Egyptian construction and engineering company with over five decades of excellence in delivering large-scale infrastructure, building, and civil projects. The organization has played a key role in executing some of Egypt’s most iconic developments, maintaining a reputation for quality, innovation, and technical expertise.

Job Summary

The Finance & Treasury Director will be responsible for leading the company’s financial strategy, ensuring optimal cash flow management, risk mitigation, and long-term financial sustainability. This role will oversee all treasury functions, financial planning, budgeting, and reporting, aligning financial objectives with the company’s overall business goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the company’s overall financial and treasury strategy in alignment with corporate objectives.
• Oversee cash flow, liquidity management, and funding requirements across multiple business units.
• Manage relationships with banks, financial institutions, and investors, including credit facilities and loans.
• Direct financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes to support strategic business decisions.
• Ensure compliance with local and international financial regulations, tax laws, and corporate governance standards.
• Monitor capital structure, working capital efficiency, and debt management.
• Supervise accounting operations, financial reporting, and month-end/year-end closing activities.
• Present financial performance analyses, risk assessments, and recommendations to executive management and the board.
• Identify and mitigate financial, FX, and interest rate risks.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance and treasury teams to ensure high performance and alignment with organizational goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• IFRS or CMA certification required; CPA or CFA is a plus.
• Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in finance and treasury management, preferably within the construction industry.
• Proven track record in leading financial strategy, treasury operations, and large-scale project finance.
• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strategic thinker with a proactive and analytical mindset.
• Expertise in financial modeling, cash flow management, and capital structuring.
• In-depth understanding of corporate finance principles and risk management.
• Proficient in ERP systems and advanced Excel-based financial modeling.
• Excellent command of English and Arabic (both written and spoken).
• Ability to manage complex financial operations and deliver strategic business insights.
• Capable of driving efficiency, transparency, and compliance across all financial processes.