Strategic Executive Assistant – CFO Office

Description

Zutari: Co-creating an engineered impact.

Zutari is a well-established, management-owned engineering firm with over 90 years of experience. As human-centred engineering consultants and advisors, we are trusted by our clients, business partners, communities and other stakeholders across Africa and the Middle East.

We co-create engineering solutions that have a positive impact and improve people’s lives. Zutari values inclusion and recognises the importance of a diverse, talented workforce, believing that people need other people to succeed.

What kind of talent do we pursue?

We employ people with the right attitude and a positive mindset, who are motivated by doing the right thing, getting things done and sharing a sense of urgency. People who have an impact on our teams and the broader community. People who think differently and connect with those around them to co-create new opportunities and leave a meaningful legacy.

Role overview:

We are seeking a highly capable and experienced Strategic Executive Assistant – CFO Office to support the Group Chief Financial Officer (CFO) based in Dubai. This is a pivotal role requiring a professional with strong financial acumen, exceptional communication skills, and proven experience supporting C-suite executives in fast-paced, international environments.

The successful candidate will act as a trusted right-hand to the CFO, managing executive-level deliverables, preparing high-impact financial presentations and board materials, and coordinating complex stakeholder engagements across regions.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field (Finance qualification strongly preferred)
• Minimum 5 years of senior executive support experience, preferably within financial services or a multinational corporate environment
• Demonstrated understanding of financial statements, reporting cycles, and corporate finance concepts
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with proven experience preparing financial reports, investor decks, and board presentations
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and business communication tools
• Experience managing global stakeholder relationships across multiple regions and time zones
• High degree of discretion and professionalism in handling sensitive and confidential financial information
  
  
  

Responsibilities:

• Prepare, edit, and enhance financial presentations, board reports, investor updates, and executive-level communications
• Support the CFO in compiling financial insights and data for ExCo and board-level discussions
• Coordinate and manage logistics for leadership meetings, investor roadshows, earnings calls, and multi-stakeholder engagements
• Independently manage select projects and follow through on strategic initiatives with minimal oversight
• Liaise on behalf of the CFO with internal departments, board members, external advisors, and investors
• Assist with the budget planning cycle, forecasting processes, and quarterly business reviews
• Track action items and ensure timely follow-up on strategic and operational priorities
• Maintain an organized system for managing financial documents, board papers, and meeting briefs
• Provide full administrative support including complex calendar management and global travel arrangements
  
  
  

Essential Attributes:

• Strategic mindset with a proactive, anticipatory approach to executive support
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to quickly grasp financial concepts and data
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure
• Confidentiality, discretion, and sound judgment in all matters
• Adaptability and flexibility to work across time zones and occasionally outside standard business hours
  
  
  

We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our business success. We seek the best people for our jobs based on their skills, qualifications and experience. We embrace the principle of equal opportunity in employment and work towards eliminating all forms of unlawful discrimination in our employment practices.