Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

The Golden Compass is an independent international Consulting, Drilling, and Services practice providing focused advice and solutions, and services contracting to the earth resource industry. Key Responsibilities: Lead the annual budget and five-year business plan with the CEO for EXCOM review and Board approval. Run rolling forecasts, deliver monthly management packs, build rig-level economics, and evaluate fleet capital expenditure. Financial Reporting & Close: Own the month-end close calendar, prepare annual IFRS financial statements under SOCPA, and manage external audit. Treasury, Cash & Funding: Manage daily liquidity, bank accounts, bank facilities, letters of guarantee, and performance bonds. Tax, Zakat & Regulatory Compliance: Clear VAT and WHT arrears with ZATCA, file zakat returns, and maintain compliance calendars. Internal Control & Risk: Design internal control framework, maintain Odoo approval rules, and manage risk registers. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. Professional qualification: SOCPA, CPA, ACCA, or CA. 10+ years in finance, including 3+ years as CFO, Finance Director, or Financial Controller in a company with revenue over SAR 50 million. 3+ years in Saudi Arabia with hands-on ZATCA compliance experience. Experience in asset-heavy or contracting businesses. Strong ERP skills, Odoo experience preferred. Fluent English, Arabic strongly preferred. Saudi National.