Chief Financial Officer (Oil & Gas Trading Or Shipping)

Job description

Chief Financial Officer (Oil & Gas Or Shipping) We are working with a leading global organisation to hire a CFO in a high impact leadership role, working closely with senior stakeholders across regions, with oversight of a complex, multi-entity structures. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Strategic Finance Partnership Partner closely with senior leadership and global stakeholders to drive financial strategy, support decision-making, and provide commercial insights across the business. Act as a key advisor to the CEO / CFO on financial performance and strategic initiatives. Financial Control & Reporting Oversee all aspects of financial reporting, including monthly close, consolidation, and statutory reporting across multiple jurisdictions. Ensure compliance with IFRS and local regulatory requirements. Group Accounting & Governance Lead group-level accounting, intercompany transactions, and balance sheet integrity. Strengthen internal controls, financial policies, and governance frameworks across the organisation. Treasury & Cash Flow Management Oversee cash flow forecasting, liquidity management, and banking relationships. Manage FX exposure and funding structures. Commercial Finance & Performance Management Drive budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis. Partner with commercial and operations teams to optimise profitability, cost efficiency, and capital allocation. Tax, Audit & Compliance Manage external audits, tax compliance, and transfer pricing matters across jurisdictions. Liaise with external advisors and ensure adherence to international standards. Team Leadership Build and lead a high-performing finance team across regions. Develop talent, drive accountability, and foster a strong finance business partnering culture. Key Requirements Minimum 18+ years of relevant finance experience, ideally within capex heavy environments Qualified accountant (CA / CPA / ACCA or equivalent) , with a strong foundation in Big 4 audit Proven experience in a senior finance leadership role with regional or global scope Strong technical accounting expertise (IFRS), with hands-on consolidation experience Solid exposure to treasury, cash flow management, and FX in a global business Commercial mindset with the ability to partner global senior stakeholders and influence decision-making Experience managing multi-entity, multi-jurisdictional structures Strong leadership and team management capabilities