Chief Financial Officer

At Identiscents, a well-established French-founded business, we focus on sourcing, distributing, and customizing packaging solutions and fine fragrances for the perfumery, beauty, personal care, and home care industries. With almost three decades of experience, we have delivered more than1,000 global brands. Our team of experts, dedication to fostering strong partnerships with suppliers allows us to stay flexible, sustainable, and responsive to the changing market landscape.

Serving major brands in the GCC, the company has an extensive network of clients across GCC countries, Asia, and Europe, and continues to grow its presence globally.

Role Overview

We are seeking a seasoned and strategic CFO to oversee the company’s financial planning, analysis, and control functions. This role is instrumental in shaping financial strategy, ensuring regulatory compliance, managing risk, and supporting long-term growth initiatives across our fragrance and packaging divisions.

The CFO will serve as a key member of the leadership team, partnering with business heads and senior management to guide decision-making, optimize performance, and ensure financial sustainability. The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-driven, and forward-thinking, with strong business acumen and leadership capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Financial Planning & Budgeting

• Lead the development and execution of annual budgets, long-term financial forecasts, and business plans.
• Align financial strategy with business goals, ensuring strong cost control, profitability, and investment planning.
• Financial Reporting & Analysis
• Prepare timely and accurate financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow analyses.
• Analyze financial performance against KPIs and provide actionable insights to support commercial decisions.
• Present financial updates to senior leadership and stakeholders.

Cash Flow, Treasury & Working Capital Management

• Monitor and manage cash flow to ensure operational liquidity and financial stability.
• Oversee treasury functions, including banking relationships, payment cycles, and investment strategies.
• Optimize working capital by closely managing receivables, payables, and inventory impact.
• Compliance, Audit & Risk Management
• Ensure compliance with local and international financial regulations, tax laws, and reporting standards (e.g., IFRS).
• Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and legal consultants for audits and regulatory matters.
• Identify financial risks and implement appropriate controls and mitigation strategies.

Cost Control & Margin Optimization

• Partner with procurement, operations, and sales to monitor product cost structures and optimize margins.
• Support pricing decisions with detailed cost and profitability analysis.

ERP, Systems & Process Improvement

• Drive continuous improvement in financial systems, reporting tools, and internal control frameworks.
• Implement and oversee ERP system updates to ensure accurate data and streamlined processes.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead and mentor the finance team across accounting, reporting, and planning functions.
• Foster a performance-driven culture and build financial capabilities across the department.

Qualifications & Experience

Mandatory Expertise:

• Proven experience in leading finance departments in manufacturing, packaging, FMCG, or perfume/cosmetics industries.
• Strong command of financial strategy, analysis, controls, and reporting in a mid-sized or multinational environment.

Experience Required:

• Minimum of 10–12 years of progressive experience in finance, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role in B2B environment.
• Experience managing cross-border financial operations, group consolidations, and multi-currency environments.

Educational Background:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration.
• Professional certifications such as ACCA, CPA, CA, or CMA are mandatory.
• MBA or advanced business/finance degree is an advantage.

Skills & Knowledge:

• Deep understanding of accounting standards (IFRS), financial controls, and regulatory frameworks.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Odoo) and financial planning tools.
• Strong analytical skills and business insight to drive commercial and strategic decisions.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to engage both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
• High integrity and ethical standards in managing company resources and reporting.

Join a Team that values You, Energizes You, and Grows with You