Role Summary

• The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a senior executive responsible for leading United Group’s financial strategy, ensuring strong financial management, supporting project profitability, improving cash flow, and building a financial system that supports UG’s growth in the pharma EPC and MEP contracting industry.
• The CFO will manage all financial planning, budgeting, costing, reporting, corporate finance, banking, and audit functions.
• He/She will act as a strategic partner to the President and VP to guide UG’s long-term business decisions.

 Key Responsibilities Financial Strategy & LeadershipDevelop UG’s financial strategy, policies, and long-term financial plan.Advise the President/VP on financial risks, opportunities, and strategic investments.Lead financial due diligence for new projects, expansions, and partnerships. Financial Planning, Budgeting & ForecastingPrepare annual budgets, project-specific budgets, and company-wide forecasts.Implement cost control systems for MEP and EPC operations.Monitor budget vs actual performance for each running project. Cash Flow & Treasury ManagementManage company cash flow, collections, and payables.Improve cash conversion cycle, manage supplier payments, and control expenses.Oversee banking relationships, credit facilities, and LC/LG issuance. Project Cost Control & ProfitabilityImplement project costing systems including:Material cost trackingLabor & subcontractor cost trackingEquipment & overhead allocationEnsure every project meets or exceeds profitability targets.Approve major purchase orders and subcontract agreements financially. Financial Operations & ControlsSupervise all accounting functions:AP/ARPayrollTaxGeneral ledgerFixed assetsEstablish internal controls and ensure compliance with financial regulations.Implement or upgrade accounting software / ERP (Odoo, SAP Business One, Zoho, etc.). Compliance, Tax, and AuditEnsure compliance with Egyptian tax laws and regulations.Manage internal & external audits.Ensure proper documentation and financial transparency.Corporate Finance & Growth SupportSupport UG’s expansion plans including:New pharma plantsInternational partnershipsJoint venturesNew branches (Engineering Hub in Europe)Prepare financial models to evaluate investments and ROI. Required QualificationsEducationBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics. MBA or CMA/CPA/ACCA is strongly preferred.Experience10–15 years minimum in finance, with at least:5 years in EPC/MEP contracting, ORExperience in construction, industrial, or pharma projectsExperience managing teams of accountants.Proven success in:Cash flow managementProject costingBanking & financingERP systemsSkillsStrong financial analysis and modelingExcellent leadership and decision-makingHigh integrity & confidentialityStrong communication with suppliers, banks, and senior managementAbility to work under pressure in fast-track pharma projectsKPIs (Performance Indicators)Cash flow stabilityProject margin improvementReduction in overdue receivablesBudget accuracyFinancial reporting accuracy & timelinessSuccessful audit completionImproved supplier payment cyclesFinancial risk managementReporting StructureThe CFO will manage and lead:Accounting & Finance ManagerAccounts Payable/ReceivableCost Control TeamCollectionsPayrollERP/Finance systems(Optional) Finance Analyst / Junior Accountant