Job Opportunity: Chief Finance Officer (CFO) – Real Estate Business position available at OVID HOLDING in Addis Ababa. Accounting and Finance jobs in Ethiopia are in high demand. Apply now through GeezJobs - Ethiopia's leading job portal.

Position Overview/Scope of role:    

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a visionary executive leader entrusted with the overall financial leadership of the company. The CFO plays a critical role in formulating financial strategy, overseeing operations, maintaining compliance, and guiding investments to support the company’s ambitious real estate growth and development agenda. As a key member of the executive team, the CFO serves as a trusted advisor to the CEO, ensuring that all financial decisions align with OVID Real Estate’s long-term objectives. The role involves overseeing the company’s large-scale and complex transactions while providing financial stewardship across all functions. The CFO will lead and manage two key wings under the finance department: the Financial Planning and Compliance Wing, which is responsible for budgeting, reporting, forecasting, auditing, taxation, and legal compliance; and the Finance Operations Wing, which handles daily transactions, accounts management, treasury, and project-level finance operations. This position demands exceptional leadership, multi-project financial control, and deep expertise in real estate finance and corporate financial governance.
Top Roles and Responsibilities:     

Strategic Leadership & Financial Vision

•  Lead the development and implementation of short, medium, and long-term financial strategies aligned with corporate goals.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to the CEO and Executive Team in all matters related to finance, investment, and business growth.
• Oversee financial planning, modeling, and forecasting activities to support executive decision-making and strategic investment.

Budgeting, Planning & Reporting

• Lead annual budgeting processes, long-range planning, and monthly forecasting to ensure financial health and project viability.
• Prepare and present accurate financial reports to the CEO, board, and relevant stakeholders on a regular basis.
• Monitor business performance indicators and implement proactive financial controls to meet profitability targets.

Operational Finance & Cash Flow Management

• Supervise day-to-day finance operations including AP/AR, general ledger, payroll, taxation, and treasury functions.
• Manage short- and long-term cash flow to ensure liquidity and operational continuity.
• Drive cost optimization strategies across projects, procurement, and support functions.

Compliance, Governance & Risk Management

•  Ensure full compliance with IFRS, Ethiopian financial regulations, tax laws, and internal policies.
• Coordinate internal and external audits, ensure readiness and address all audit queries.
• Establish and enforce robust internal control systems and governance frameworks to reduce financial risk and fraud.

Capital Structuring, Investment & Fundraising

•  Oversee capital budgeting and project financing models for large-scale developments and expansion efforts.
• Engage with local and international investors, banks, and financial institutions to secure funding and optimize capital structure.

Digital Transformation & Financial Technology

• Champion the adoption of modern financial systems, automation tools, and digital dashboards for real-time financial monitoring.
• Lead ERP implementation and integration to streamline operations and improve data reliability.

Team Leadership & Organizational Development

• Directly manage, coach, and develop senior finance managers under both wings.
• Build a strong, competent finance team by setting clear performance expectations, KPIs, and accountability systems.
• Foster a high-performance culture that values innovation, integrity, and collaboration within the finance function.

Cross-functional Collaboration & Strategic Input

• Work closely with project, procurement, legal, sales, and construction units to align financial controls with project timelines and costs.
• Contribute to organizational strategy, resource allocation, and growth initiatives.
• Represent the finance department in executive meetings, project review sessions, and investment forums.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as the primary contact for financial partners, auditors, regulatory bodies, and investors.
• Ensure strong financial communication and transparency with internal and external stakeholders.

 Performs other related duties as assigned or directed by the CEO or Board of Directors.

• Master’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), or ACCA is mandatory.
• Minimum 15 years of professional experience, with at least 7 years in executive-level finance leadership in real estate, construction, or investment sectors.
• Strong track record of managing large-scale budgets, project financing, investment partnerships, and financial reporting systems.
• Demonstrated success in ERP implementation, audit leadership, and regulatory compliance.

How To Apply

We invite enthusiastic and qualified individuals to apply for our open positions. To be considered, please submit your CV as a single PDF file to hr@ovid-holding.com. Ensure you mention the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email.

We value every application and appreciate your interest in joining our team. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only candidates who meet our criteria will be contacted for further steps.

We look forward to reviewing your application and thank you for considering a career with OVID Holding!