Our client is a fast-growing, prominent Manufacturing company operating in Jordan. Rapidly scaling its operational capacity and market footprint, the company is seeking a seasoned and hands-on Finance Director to lead overall financial operations, oversee financial strategy, optimize manufacturing cost accounting frameworks, and drive robust cash flow forecasting while reporting directly to the CEO. Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Financial Management & Cash Flow Control: Partner with the CEO to define long-term financial strategies, operational budgets, and capital allocation; manage corporate treasury, liquidity forecasting, and working capital optimization.
- Cost Accounting & Operational Analysis: Design and refine advanced manufacturing costing frameworks (standard, job, and activity-based costing); perform variance analyses on materials, labor, and overhead to partner with plant management on cost reductions.
- Budgeting & CapEx Planning: Lead annual budgeting cycles, rolling forecasts, and capital expenditure (CapEx) evaluations for plant expansions and equipment upgrades.
- ERP & Systems Integration: Drive full utilization and continuous enhancement of enterprise ERP systems (preferably SAP) across inventory management, supply chain finance, and financial modules.
- Financial Leadership & Governance: Direct monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes; build, mentor, and lead the finance team; manage relationships with external auditors, banks, tax authorities, and regulatory bodies.
Key Qualifications
- Experience: Minimum 15 years of progressive financial leadership, with extensive direct experience inside the manufacturing sector.
- Education & Credentials: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics; professional certification (CPA, CMA, or ACCA) is strongly preferred.
- Technical & Specific Skills: Expertise in manufacturing cost accounting systems, cash flow projections, budgeting, ERP systems (preferably SAP), and financial team leadership.
- Languages: Native/fluent Arabic and good/fluent English required.
- Location/Mobility: Based in Jordan (Candidates inside Jordan preferred).
- Work Logistics: 5 working days per week; immediate to 30–60 days joining preference.
Market Salary Range (Jordan)
- Monthly Package: JOD 4,000 – JOD 5,000 per month