Head of Finance-Progress to CFO-Central Location

Prominent brand in Malta with presence in other EU countries
Role focused on strategic contribution
Clear career path to CFO

Would you describe yourself as an established Finance leader? If you are ready to shape the financial future of a growing organisation, this is your chance! Renowned for its legacy of success, strong global market presence, and unwavering commitment to excellence, this business has built an outstanding reputation through decades of sustained growth, innovation, and strategic leadership, and is now looking to take it's success a step further!

Offering a genuine pathway to Chief Financial Officer (CFO), this is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a critical finance function while positioning yourself for long-term executive leadership within a respected industry leader.

As the Head of Finance, you will take full ownership of the finance function, leading financial strategy, governance, reporting, and operational performance while working closely with the executive leadership team.

Acting as a trusted commercial partner, you will influence key business decisions, drive financial performance, strengthen governance, and ensure the continued delivery of best-in-class financial leadership. With a clear succession pathway to CFO, this highly visible leadership role offers the opportunity to develop into a key executive responsible for shaping the organisation's long-term financial strategy and future growth.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will extend far beyond traditional finance leadership, encompassing strategic financial planning, budgeting and forecasting, financial control, business partnering, process improvement, team leadership, stakeholder management, and the continuous enhancement of finance operations. You will have the autonomy to optimise the finance function, implement best-practice financial processes, and play a pivotal role in supporting the ongoing success of a well-established aviation business with ambitious growth plans and an exceptional reputation within the industry.

This role presents an outstanding opportunity for an accomplished finance leader seeking genuine ownership, strategic influence, and a clearly defined progression to CFO within a respected and financially strong aviation organisation. If you're looking to accelerate your executive career, make meaningful commercial decisions, and leave a lasting impact within one of the world's most reputable industries, this opportunity is tailor-made for you.

Key Responsibilities

Budgeting & Forecasting
Coordinate the exernal audit process
Take part in strategic planning

Skills

6+ years of accounting experience (Experience from an accounting firm is a plus)
Fully qualified, warranted accountant
Fluent in Maltese/English; additional languages are a bonus

Salary/Remuneration Package

€55,000-€60,000 (based on the candidate’s experience)

For more information please contact Sophia Vatousiadi confidentially at (+356)26016659

I specialize in recruiting partly qualified accountants, if you wish to discuss this or other opportunities, please feel free to contact me.

For more Finance & Accountancy opportunities visit our website at https://accelerate.mt/

Head of Finance-Progress to CFO-Central Location

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