Chief Financial Officer, Limassol

On behalf of our client an international group of companies headquartered in Limassol Cyprus Emerald Zebra is searching for a Russian speaking Chief Financial Officer (CFO) based in Cyprus to lead the groups financial strategy from its Cyprus head office.

About the Company

The group has over 25 years of market experience and combines stability with dynamic growth actively investing in new business areas. Core activities span LPG logistics and investment projects with operations across Cyprus the UAE Romania Bulgaria and Ukraine and a total headcount exceeding 150 employees. The company offers an international structure investment flexibility and an entrepreneurial approach giving employees the opportunity to participate in large-scale projects in a multicultural environment. This position reports directly to the owner of the company.

What we are looking for: Our client is seeking a hands-on CFO with 10 years in senior financial leadership gained within an industrial commodities LPG logistics or trading group rather than a purely IT fintech or FX/crypto environment. Direct CFO-level experience in Cyprus and/or the UAE is strongly preferred as the role covers a multi-entity group operating across the EU UAE and offshore jurisdictions.

Candidates must hold a higher education degree in Finance Accounting or Economics; an MBA from a European-accredited business school and/or CMA is mandatory unless the degree itself was obtained in Europe.

The successful candidate will have a proven record managing financial reporting P&L and cash flow in a regulated environment with demonstrable experience in capital adequacy planning treasury and liquidity management cross-border tax and audit compliance and oversight of an investment portfolio plus exposure to M&A evaluation.

Fluent English and fluent Russian are both essential for daily communication with ownership and group entities; Greek is an advantage.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the financial strategy budgeting and forecasting across the organisation.
• Manage liquidity capital adequacy and treasury operations to ensure financial stability.
• Oversee financial reporting and ensure accuracy and compliance with international regulatory bodies.
• Deliver clear and timely financial reports.
• Ensure compliance with audit tax and statutory requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
• Work on an ongoing basis with external auditors tax advisors banks and legal advisors.
• Manage and supervise the investment portfolio evaluating performance and optimising the asset structure.
• Contribute to M&A strategies and evaluate the financial implications of strategic transactions.

Candidate Requirements

• 10 years of experience in senior financial leadership roles.
• Higher education in Finance Accounting or Economics.
• Strong finance and accounting background.
• An MBA from a European-accredited business school and/or CMA (Certified Management Accountant) qualification is mandatory; alternatively candidates without a European MBA/CMA must hold a higher education degree obtained in Europe.
• CAP ACCA or an equivalent internationally recognised qualification will be considered a strong advantage.
• Proven track record in managing financial reporting P&L and cash flow in a regulated environment.
• Experience with capital adequacy planning and financial controls.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Deep understanding of cross-border finance and regulatory frameworks.
• Familiarity with cross-jurisdiction reporting requirements (EU offshore).
• Fluent English and fluent Russian are required. Greek is an advantage.

Remuneration

The salary range for this position is EUR 70000 to EUR 120000 per annum gross depending on experience. Potential bonuses and incentive schemes will be discussed directly with the company owner during the interview process.