Chief Financial Officer (CFO) – Karachi

About the role

ICAP, Pakistan’s premier accountancy regulator, is seeking an experienced finance leader to join its Executive Leadership Team as Chief Financial Officer. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the CFO will act as the principal financial advisor to the Council and key committees, guiding the Institute’s long‑term financial sustainability.

Key responsibilities

• Define and execute the Institute’s financial strategy, aligning it with organisational goals.
• Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, treasury, cash‑flow and investment management for reserves, endowments and designated funds.
• Ensure integrity of financial reporting, accounting operations, taxation, payroll governance and statutory compliance.
• Strengthen governance through internal controls, enterprise risk management, audit coordination and procurement oversight.
• Drive digital transformation of finance functions, including ERP optimisation, process automation and modernisation of financial systems.
• Manage relationships with banks, auditors, regulators and investment advisors while leading a high‑performing finance team.

Required profile

• ICAP member with at least 10 years of post‑qualification experience across finance, accounting, treasury, planning, budgeting, taxation and investment management.
• Minimum 4 years in a senior finance leadership role responsible for organisational financial strategy and governance.
• Proven track record in financial reporting, statutory compliance, treasury, external audits and stakeholder management.
• Experience reporting to Boards, Audit Committees or Executive Committees is a strong advantage.

Required skills

• ERP systems

What we offer

• Market‑competitive C‑suite remuneration package tailored to the successful candidate.
• Comprehensive benefits including an Institute‑maintained car.
• Full‑time, Karachi‑based role with a genuine leadership mandate at the centre of the profession.