Talent Leaders, a Canadian Executive Search and HR Consulting firm, has been exclusively mandated by a leading Information Technology Consultancy and Managed Services organization to headhunt an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO). As the company undergoes strategic international expansion into Europe and North America, the CFO will play a central role in shaping financial strategy, enabling operational scale, and ensuring global compliance and governance.
Position Summary
The CFO will lead the finance function across multiple business units and jurisdictions, drive funding and capital strategy, implement financial systems to support scalable operations, and provide insights to the executive team to support growth and profitability. This role demands a visionary finance leader with hands-on expertise in international finance, preferably within the tech consulting or managed services environment.
Key Responsibilities
Provide strategic direction for all financial functions including budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and investor relations
Oversee accounting operations, treasury, tax, compliance, and audit across Qatar, Europe, and North America
Develop and execute capital structuring and funding strategies to support global expansion plans
Ensure compliance with IFRS and country-specific financial regulations and taxation standards
Establish a strong governance framework including internal controls, financial policies, and risk management protocols
Lead financial due diligence, valuation, and integration for M&A initiatives and international joint ventures
Implement scalable ERP and financial automation systems that support real-time visibility and enterprise-wide integration
Drive profitability initiatives, cost optimization, and commercial finance support for service delivery functions
Prepare detailed financial reports and strategic dashboards for executive and board-level decision-making
Candidate Profile
Senior finance executive with 15+ years of experience, including 5+ years in a C-level or group finance leadership role
Proven track record in the IT consultancy, managed services, or digital transformation sectors
Strong command of international finance, including cross-border operations, transfer pricing, and regulatory reporting
Experienced in high-growth environments, capital raising, banking relationships, and investor engagement
Skilled in managing finance functions across matrixed organizations and multicultural teams
Professional designation required (CPA, CA, ACCA, or CFA); Master’s in Finance or MBA preferred
Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills with a global business mindset
Preferred Background
Experience setting up or leading finance functions in the EU, UK, or North America
Familiarity with project-based and recurring-revenue business models (e.g., managed services, SaaS, consulting)
Demonstrated success in supporting board-level strategy, corporate governance, and audit committees