ICAP Executive Search & Selectionis one of the premium consultancies and part of ICAP People & Employment Solutions, the largest HR Services Provider in Greece and Cyprus. With more than 50 years of experience, we specialize in assessing and recruitingSenior to Middle-Level Executives across all sectors.

ICAP Executive Search & Selection,on behalf of a well-established and market-leading organization, headquartered in Thessaloniki, with a strong international presence, is seeking a visionary and results-driven Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead its global finance organization. Renowned for its innovation, operational excellence and commitment to sustainable growth, this company offers a dynamic environment for senior professionals eager to make a significant impact.

Group Chief Financial Officer (Ref. 5921/CFO/ESS/GR)

About the Role:
The Group CFO, reporting directly to the Managing Director, will act as a key strategic partner to the Executive Team, with a core mandate to safeguard the Group’s financial integrity, ensure disciplined governance and drive long-term value creation. Operating in a dynamic multinational environment, the CFO will be responsible for navigating financial complexity across jurisdictions, ensuring robust financial planning, performance management, and regulatory compliance, while driving cross-functional projects that enhance operational resilience and support the Group’s modernization and growth agenda.

Key Responsibilities

Define and execute a comprehensive financial strategy aligned with the Group’s vision and the Board’s directives, ensuring financial health and sustainability, while effectively managing complex financial structures across international jurisdictions.
Supervise all facets of financial planning (budgets, forecasts) and reporting, delivering accurate, timely insights to stakeholders. Maintain strong internal controls and compliance frameworks across all subsidiaries, ensuring harmonization of information systems and financial practices.
Ensure alignment with IFRS and local regulations, strengthen financial governance and mitigate financial and operational risks, including challenges arising from regulatory changes and inflationary pressures.
Drive enterprise-wide initiatives that enhance modernization, operational efficiency and sustainable value creation. Oversee critical cross-functional projects including cost optimization, process improvements, technology integrations, organizational change and major capital investments, while ensuring meaningful integration of ESG criteria into financial management.
Partner with business leaders to drive financial performance across B2B and B2C channels, with structured margin analysis, KPI reporting and performance tracking frameworks.
Represent the Group in financial dealings with banks, auditors, regulators and advisors. Foster trust through transparency and credibility.
Lead and develop a high-performing finance function across geographies, acting as strategic advisor to the CEO and Board on all financial matters.

Candidate Profile

University degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related field. A Master’s degree (MBA, MSc) is strongly preferred.
A minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in financial management, including at least 6 years in a senior executive role in a multinational environment.
Solid experience in group-level reporting, budgeting, IFRS consolidation and project-based financial management
Demonstrated ability to lead large-scale projects, including cost optimization and M&A integration.
Strong knowledge of risk, compliance, treasury, and capital management.
Excellent command of English; additional languages are considered a plus.
Strong familiarity with ERP and BI tools (SAP, Oracle, Power BI or similar).
Strategic mindset, resilience under complexity, and strong ethical compass.
Inspirational and structured leader with the ability to manage international teams and change environments.

The Company Offers

A highly competitive remuneration package
Company car and fuel allowance for business and personal use
Comprehensive private medical insurance for the executive and family
Monthly food vouchers as part of a broader employee benefits scheme
Exceptional career development prospects within a dynamic, innovative-driven and internationally expanding organization

All information received will be treated with strict confidentiality.