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Role Overview:

Joud LLC is seeking a highly skilled and strategic Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead our financial strategy and operations. The CFO will play a critical role in driving Joud LLC's financial growth, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and managing our financial health as we scale our fintech solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and execute Joud's financial strategy in line with its fintech growth roadmap.
• Lead capital raising efforts (equity, debt, and venture funding), including negotiations with investors and reporting to stakeholders.
• Own and continuously improve financial modeling, forecasting, and scenario planning for short- and long-term goals.
• Manage budget planning, expense tracking, cash flow monitoring, and cost control initiatives.
• Ensure complete regulatory compliance with the Qatar Central Bank (QCB), reporting formats, and BNPL-specific guidelines.
• Establish internal control frameworks, risk mitigation protocols, and audit readiness systems to support operational integrity.
• Oversee day-to-day accounting activities including payroll, reconciliations, P&L, balance sheets, and financial statements.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly management reports, dashboards, and KPI tracking for executive team and board reviews.
• Coordinate external audits and maintain tax and legal compliance in collaboration with external advisors.
• Support risk and compliance teams by providing financial insights around fraud detection, credit scoring, and repayment performance.
• Collaborate with product and tech leadership to evaluate the financial viability of new features, pricing models, or merchant partnerships.
• Mentor, build, and lead a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, efficiency, and innovation.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline.
• MBA, CPA, ACCA, or CA certification highly preferred.
• Minimum 8–10 years in financial leadership roles, with at least 3+ years in a regulated fintech or lending environment.
• Deep knowledge of Qatari financial regulations and compliance frameworks, especially those applicable to digital financial services and BNPL.
• Proven experience managing financial operations in a startup or scale-up environment.
• Strong command of IFRS, financial analysis tools, and regulatory reporting practices.

Key Competencies & Skills:

• Strategic financial planning and data-driven decision-making
• Fundraising and capital structuring
• Budget management and financial modeling
• Regulatory and audit compliance (QCB-focused)
• Leadership, mentoring, and cross-functional collaboration
• Communication and investor relations
• High integrity and discretion with sensitive financial data

Job Type: Full-time

Chief Financial Officer – Qatar

CLIENT

Linum Consult's client is seeking a Chief Financial Officer with a background in the Real Estate sector to join their team in Doha.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Acting as the business partner to the Chief Executive Officer, you will be responsible for the overall financial management of the company's multimillion $ business in Qatar.
• Overseeing all aspects of accounting, financial reporting, taxation, treasury, financing, insurance, financial planning, and analysis
• Developing and maintaining the highest standard of corporate governance, compliance and internal control
• Ensuring the adoption of the company's policies, procedures, and systems, as well as complying with local laws and regulations
• Developing and implementing an effective and sustainable financial strategy and capital structuring of the business
• Providing high quality, reliable and transparent management information for decision-making to ensure a sound performance management framework
• Ensuring the effective leadership of the finance function, and provide career direction, progression, and coaching for the finance team

PROFILE

• University degree in Accounting, Finance, and/or Business Administration, with a professional qualification such as CFA, CMA, CA, or ACCA
• Ideally have a master's degree in Finance and/or Business Administration
• At least 15 years' experience in financial management, with the last 5 years in a similar position of responsibility
• Familiarity with market-leading ERP systems and Financial Planning and Consolidation systems (Oracle preferred)
• Experience of implementing digital ERP processes into a large-scale organisation would be an added advantage
• Familiarity with Qatari corporate and tax laws and regulations
• Good knowledge of local GAAP and IFRS
• Fluent in English and Arabic
• Previously worked for large international companies within multicultural business environments with the ability to manage local stakeholders and government authorities
• Ideally have experience working for a Big4 company in the field of Audit, Tax, and Assurance
• General working knowledge of the real estate industry

APPLICATION PROCESS

If you fulfil the minimum requirements stipulated by our client and are confidentially interested in applying, then please drop Linum Consult a line with a copy of your CV and contact details to for the attention of Francis Ryan.

Job Summary

The CFO will be a strategic partner to the CEO and executive leadership team, responsible for driving financial strategy, fundraising, global benchmarking, and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in technology-driven businesses, funding cycles (Series A and beyond), and global industry insights to position the company as a market leader.

Strategic Finance & Leadership

• Lead financial strategy, planning, forecasting, and capital allocation in alignment with companies growth goals
• Partner with the CEO on M&A, fundraising, and investor relations; manage board-level financial communications
• Drive long-term business modeling and scenario planning to inform strategic decisions

Fundraising & Investor Relations

• Play a pivotal role in future funding rounds, leveraging a strong track record in Series A+ fundraising and global investor relations
• Build trust with current and prospective investors through transparent reporting and market benchmarking
• Lead valuation exercises, due diligence processes, and negotiations with VCs, private equity, and institutional investors

Operational & Financial Excellence

• Oversee all finance functions: accounting, FP&A, tax, treasury, risk management, compliance, and audit
• Implement data-driven processes and systems to improve visibility on unit economics, profitability, and cost control
• Ensure timely vendor payments and financial operations that reinforce market trust and brand reputation

Global Benchmarking & Industry Insight

• Continuously benchmark companies performance against global competitors
• Monitor industry disruptions, regulatory changes, and financial innovations to keep the company competitive and resilient
• Advise leadership on financial trends, technology investment strategies, and global best practices

Team Leadership & Culture

• Build and mentor a high-performing finance team, ensuring alignment with the companies culture of accountability and agility
• Collaborate cross-functionally (tech, operations, marketing, HR) to ensure financial strategies support growth execution

Candidate Profile

• Experience:
  15+ years of progressive financial leadership, with at least 50% in technology-driven industries
• Fundraising Expertise:
  Demonstrated track record in raising Series A or later funding with venture capital or strategic investors
• Strategic Acumen:
  Proven ability to balance short-term profitability with long-term scale and innovation
• Leadership:
  Strong executive presence with experience managing boards, investors, and large cross-functional teams
• Technical Knowledge:
  Proficiency in advanced financial modeling, valuation, investor decks, and ERP/BI tools
• Education:
  MBA, CFA, or equivalent advanced degree preferred

Company Description

Wahat Bin Jfin Trading W.L.L. is a Qatar-based company specializing in hospitality, retail, and F&B development. As the owner of Mary Café, known for its European elegance and Doha's urban culture integration, Wahat Bin Jfin has established a name for quality, design, and timeless experiences. Mary Café, located in Msheireb Downtown and Gewan Island, offers artisanal breakfast, fine desserts, and specialty coffee, blending classic charm with modern hospitality. We are committed to delivering elevated guest experiences through thoughtfully crafted spaces and high-standard service.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role located in Doha, Qatar for an Executive Management Assistant. The Executive Management Assistant will be responsible for providing executive administrative assistance, managing expense reports, offering executive support, and general administrative assistance. Daily tasks will include scheduling meetings, preparing reports, handling communication, and providing comprehensive support to the executive team to ensure efficient operation.

Qualifications

• Executive Administrative Assistance, Administrative Assistance skills
• Expense Reports management skills
• Executive Support skills
• Excellent Communication skills
• Ability to work independently and proactively
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field is preferred