22 Chief Financial Controller jobs in Qatar

Talent Leaders is a Federally incorporated Canadian firm operating globally with their strong presence in Canada, Qatar, UAE and KSA. Talent Leaders brings 3 decades of consulting experience to its potential candidates and corporate and government clients. Talent Leaders operates in a unique way to translate the aspirations of the highly competent candidates into reality and present the candidates to the most deserving employer. Organizations choose their employees for their competence, expertise, and experience while Talent Leaders chooses its client (corporate employers) as our candidates deserve the best.

One of our reputable clients has mandated to identify a seasoned Financial Controller to lead and optimize the financial operations of a high-performing enterprise.

Job Summary
The Financial Controller is accountable for overseeing daily financial operations and ensuring the integrity of the organization's financial data, including complete and accurate trail balances and balance sheets. The role involves enforcing financial policies and internal controls, monitoring operational performance, managing reporting systems, and leading a team of accounting professionals. The position plays a critical role in driving financial accuracy, compliance, and alignment across departments.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Participate actively in the development of departmental goals and strategic initiatives, and lead their execution to meet financial targets.
• Determine resource needs during annual budgeting and ensure alignment with departmental priorities.
• Monitor and evaluate operational performance against established KPIs and report progress to leadership.
• Oversee daily financial operations, including payables, receivables, fixed assets, and general ledger activities. Refine policies and procedures for improved accuracy and compliance.
• Supervise and mentor finance team members, providing performance feedback and development support.
• Own and manage financial reporting systems and ERP modules, ensuring timely and accurate processing of financial data.
• Maintain complete and reconciled balance sheets and present monthly reports to senior leadership.
• Lead accounts receivable and collections processes, including credit risk assessment and board reporting on debtor and creditor metrics.
• Develop and implement financial policies, internal controls, and compliance measures to meet audit and regulatory standards.
• Act as the audit lead and coordinate with external auditors to resolve all issues and ensure regulatory compliance. Ensure full adherence to IFRS,Establish and maintain strong working relationships with internal stakeholders, clients, vendors, financial institutions, and regulators to support effective financial operations.

• 13 to 16 years of progressive experience in accounting or finance.
• Strong exposure to listed company environments, preferably in IT Consulting Companies (Such asG42, Injazat, Etisalat Digital, Capita, Fujitsu UK, Softcat, Dimension Data, BCX, EOH Holdings, CGI Inc., Softchoice, Compugen )
• At least ten years in a managerial or leadership role (Preferably Financial Controller or CFO)

Talent Leaders is a Federally incorporated Canadian firm operating globally with their strong presence in Canada, Qatar, UAE and KSA. Talent Leaders brings 3 decades of consulting experience to its potential candidates and corporate and government clients. Talent Leaders operates in a unique way to translate the aspirations of the highly competent candidates into reality and present the candidates to the most deserving employer. Organizations choose their employees for their competence, expertise, and experience while Talent Leaders chooses its client (corporate employers) as our candidates deserve the best.

One of our reputable clients has mandated to identify a seasoned Financial Controller to lead and optimize the financial operations of a high-performing enterprise.

Job Summary
The Financial Controller is accountable for overseeing daily financial operations and ensuring the integrity of the organization’s financial data, including complete and accurate trail balances and balance sheets. The role involves enforcing financial policies and internal controls, monitoring operational performance, managing reporting systems, and leading a team of accounting professionals. The position plays a critical role in driving financial accuracy, compliance, and alignment across departments.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Participate actively in the development of departmental goals and strategic initiatives, and lead their execution to meet financial targets.
• Determine resource needs during annual budgeting and ensure alignment with departmental priorities.
• Monitor and evaluate operational performance against established KPIs and report progress to leadership.
• Oversee daily financial operations, including payables, receivables, fixed assets, and general ledger activities. Refine policies and procedures for improved accuracy and compliance.
• Supervise and mentor finance team members, providing performance feedback and development support.
• Own and manage financial reporting systems and ERP modules, ensuring timely and accurate processing of financial data.
• Maintain complete and reconciled balance sheets and present monthly reports to senior leadership.
• Lead accounts receivable and collections processes, including credit risk assessment and board reporting on debtor and creditor metrics.
• Develop and implement financial policies, internal controls, and compliance measures to meet audit and regulatory standards.
• Act as the audit lead and coordinate with external auditors to resolve all issues and ensure regulatory compliance. Ensure full adherence to IFRS,Establish and maintain strong working relationships with internal stakeholders, clients, vendors, financial institutions, and regulators to support effective financial operations.

• 13 to 16 years of progressive experience in accounting or finance.
• Strong exposure to listed company environments, preferably in IT Consulting Companies (Such asG42, Injazat, Etisalat Digital, Capita, Fujitsu UK, Softcat, Dimension Data, BCX, EOH Holdings, CGI Inc., Softchoice, Compugen )
• At least ten years in a managerial or leadership role (Preferably Financial Controller or CFO)

We are looking for dynamic and highly qualified Senior Lecturers to join our Business faculty in one of the following disciplines: Management, Marketing, Human Resources, or Finance . The ideal candidates will demonstrate academic excellence, industry experience, and a passion for teaching, curriculum development, and research.

Business (Management)

The Senior Lecturer in Management will be responsible for delivering high-quality teaching, developing and updating curriculum, and conducting research in key areas such as strategic management, leadership, operations management, organizational behavior, and innovation.

Key Skills:

Expertise in strategic management, organizational behavior, operations, and leadership

Knowledge of corporate governance and global business trends

Experience in teaching business strategy, innovation, and entrepreneurship

Strong research background in management theory or applied business solutions

Familiarity with case-based and experiential learning methodologies

Ability to mentor students and lead academic projects

Business (Marketing)

The Senior Lecturer in Marketing will be responsible for teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses in digital marketing, branding, consumer behavior, and strategic marketing. The candidate will be expected to lead curriculum design, foster industry collaboration, supervise student research, and maintain a strong research profile in marketing. Active engagement in community and institutional service is also expected.

Key Skills:

In-depth knowledge of digital marketing, branding, consumer behavior, and marketing analytics

Experience with marketing strategy development and market research tools

Proficiency in using marketing software/tools (e.g., Google Analytics, HubSpot, SPSS)

Strong industry linkages for collaborative research and project-based learning

Ability to teach social media, integrated marketing communication, and international marketing

Publication record in marketing journals or conferences

Business (Human Resource Management)

The Senior Lecturer in HRM will teach core and elective courses in human resource planning, recruitment, performance management, labor law, and employee relations. The role includes mentoring students, contributing to policy design, and conducting impactful research. The ideal candidate will collaborate with industry stakeholders and help students develop practical HR skills aligned with current workplace trends.

Key Skills:

Expertise in HR strategy, talent development, employee relations, and performance management

Familiarity with labor laws, especially Qatar/GCC labor regulations

Experience with HRIS systems and HR analytics

Ability to teach courses in recruitment, training & development, compensation, and organizational behavior

Proven ability to align people strategies with organizational objectives

Research background in workplace culture, diversity, or employee engagement

Business (Finance)

The Senior Lecturer in Finance will teach subjects in corporate finance, investment analysis, financial markets, and financial technology. Responsibilities include course development, research supervision, and advancing scholarly output. The ideal candidate will work closely with finance professionals and contribute to the university’s mission of preparing students for careers in financial services and research.

Key Skills:

Advanced knowledge in corporate finance, investment, banking, and financial modeling

Proficiency in financial analysis tools (Excel, Bloomberg, SAP, or similar platforms)

Experience teaching accounting, risk management, financial markets, or fintech topics

Strong research profile in financial economics or quantitative finance

Understanding of global financial regulations and ethical practices

Industry exposure or collaboration on applied finance research/projects

Requirements, Skills & Experience:

PhD in a Business-related field (Management, Marketing, HR, Finance).

Proven teaching experience at university level.

Strong research portfolio with publications in reputable journals.

Expertise in subject-specific areas (e.g., strategic management, consumer behavior, organizational development, financial analysis).

Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Ability to develop curricula and deliver engaging lectures.

Industry experience is an advantage.

Collaborative mindset and commitment to academic excellence.

• Competitivetax-free salary, based on qualifications and experience
  
• Annualairfare allowance
  
• Comprehensivemedical insurance coverage
  
• Paidannual leave and end-of-service benefits in accordance with Qatar LaborLaw
  
• Opportunitiesfor research, innovation, and international collaboration
  
• Accessto smart classrooms and advanced computing labs
  

Foreground is partnering with a regional investment and operating group headquartered in Doha to appoint a commercially astute and governance-minded Group Financial Controller . This senior finance leadership role comes at a time when the group is moving from founder-led accounting to a more institutionalized model integrating multiple legal entities, maturing internal controls, and preparing for regional growth across healthcare, real estate, and industrial holdings.

Role Purpose

To oversee the groups accounting and financial control framework, leading consolidation, audit readiness, policy alignment, and reporting standardization across business units and jurisdictions. The Group Financial Controller will serve as the CFOs operational right hand and play a vital role in enhancing the integrity of financial data used by executive leadership and shareholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual group-wide financial consolidation, ensuring full compliance with IFRS and alignment with external audit requirements.
• Oversee all accounting, ledger management, and internal control functions across group entities in Qatar and neighboring markets.
• Coordinate external audits, liaise with Big Four firms, and ensure all regulatory filings, board submissions, and tax filings are completed on time.
• Standardize accounting policies across subsidiaries, ensuring consistent recognition of revenue, costs, assets, and provisions.
• Implement group-wide financial controls to prevent leakage, enforce segregation of duties, and ensure compliance with Qatari tax and legal standards.
• Lead cash flow planning, working capital analysis, and treasury oversight working closely with operations and investment teams.
• Evaluate and implement ERP or accounting system upgrades, supporting a transition from legacy desktop software to scalable platforms.
• Support the CFO in developing board reports, investor dashboards, and scenario modeling tools to enhance financial transparency and agility.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 12+ years of progressive finance experience with a minimum of 5 years in a group financial controller or group reporting role within the GCC.
• Big Four background in audit or advisory followed by in-house experience is highly desirable.
• Strong experience with IFRS, group consolidation, and financial control frameworks in multi-entity organizations.
• Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance; professional qualifications such as CPA, CA, or ACCA are essential.
• Hands-on ERP experience (preferably Oracle, SAP, or Microsoft Dynamics) and ability to lead financial systems improvement projects.

Preferred Skills & Traits

• Meticulous attention to detail combined with commercial fluency and executive communication skills.
• Strong leadership and team-building experience across multicultural finance teams.
• Fluent in English; working knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.
• High personal integrity and a principled approach to financial governance.

Foreground is partnering with a regional investment and operating group headquartered in Doha to appoint a commercially astute and governance-minded Group Financial Controller . This senior finance leadership role comes at a time when the group is moving from founder-led accounting to a more institutionalized model integrating multiple legal entities, maturing internal controls, and preparing for regional growth across healthcare, real estate, and industrial holdings.

Role Purpose

To oversee the groups accounting and financial control framework, leading consolidation, audit readiness, policy alignment, and reporting standardization across business units and jurisdictions. The Group Financial Controller will serve as the CFOs operational right hand and play a vital role in enhancing the integrity of financial data used by executive leadership and shareholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual group-wide financial consolidation, ensuring full compliance with IFRS and alignment with external audit requirements.
• Oversee all accounting, ledger management, and internal control functions across group entities in Qatar and neighboring markets.
• Coordinate external audits, liaise with Big Four firms, and ensure all regulatory filings, board submissions, and tax filings are completed on time.
• Standardize accounting policies across subsidiaries, ensuring consistent recognition of revenue, costs, assets, and provisions.
• Implement group-wide financial controls to prevent leakage, enforce segregation of duties, and ensure compliance with Qatari tax and legal standards.
• Lead cash flow planning, working capital analysis, and treasury oversight working closely with operations and investment teams.
• Evaluate and implement ERP or accounting system upgrades, supporting a transition from legacy desktop software to scalable platforms.
• Support the CFO in developing board reports, investor dashboards, and scenario modeling tools to enhance financial transparency and agility.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 12+ years of progressive finance experience with a minimum of 5 years in a group financial controller or group reporting role within the GCC.
• Big Four background in audit or advisory followed by in-house experience is highly desirable.
• Strong experience with IFRS, group consolidation, and financial control frameworks in multi-entity organizations.
• Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance; professional qualifications such as CPA, CA, or ACCA are essential.
• Hands-on ERP experience (preferably Oracle, SAP, or Microsoft Dynamics) and ability to lead financial systems improvement projects.

Preferred Skills & Traits

• Meticulous attention to detail combined with commercial fluency and executive communication skills.
• Strong leadership and team-building experience across multicultural finance teams.
• Fluent in English; working knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.
• High personal integrity and a principled approach to financial governance.