CFO in Kuwait

About the Role

You'll report to the CEO and play a pivotal role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with local regulations, effective cash flow management, and alignment with the company's global finance strategy. The ideal candidate brings hands-on accounting expertise, experience working across international markets, and the ability to lead daily financial workflows in a fast-paced fintech environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and perform daily bookkeeping, ensuring accurate classification and recording of financial transactions.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly financial statements, including balance sheets and income statements, in accordance with local accounting standards & the company's internal policies.
• Lead bank reconciliations and ensure all transactions are correctly reflected in the accounting system.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable, vendor payments, and staff reimbursements with high accuracy and timeliness.
• Oversee cash flow management; prepare weekly and monthly cash forecasts to support business operations.
• Support budgeting and forecasting cycles, including variance analysis and performance insights.
• Coordinate with the company’s head office finance team to maintain consistency in financial reporting and adherence to group policies.
• Prepare and submit tax filings and statutory reports in collaboration with local accountants and external auditors.
• Organize documentation and respond to inquiries during internal and external audits.
• Ensure compliance with international accounting standards and strengthen internal control procedures.
• Operate and maintain financial records within Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (or similar ERP systems).
• Manage multi-currency accounting, including currency translation adjustments and consolidation entries.
• Provide financial insights, analysis, and recommendations to support strategic business decisions.

Required Qualifications

• Experience within fintech or high-growth startup environments.
• Strong financial modeling and data analysis capabilities.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, cross-border operational setting.

What We Offer

Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth and development.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter to our HR department via the following email address: [email protected].