CFO Services in GCC & EMEA - Angela Andrei
CFO Services in GCC & EMEA - Angela Andrei
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Recognized as a Top CFO to Follow in 2026 by COVORO
Fractional CFO Advisory for Scale-ups
(AED 15-500M).
Strategic finance leadership. Without the full-time cost.
Who I Am
I am a strategic CFO and transformation advisor with 25 + years of deep expertise in building finance foundations for scale. I partner with high-growth companies to redesign financial operations, strengthen controls, and create clarity for decision‑makers.
I help founders, CEOs, and boards build finance functions that scale — clean, controlled, and ready for international growth.
My work spans international expansion, restructuring, FP&A, and board‑level advisory — always with a focus on precision, transparency, and sustainable growth.
Trusted by founders, investors, and global leadership teams.
Fractional CFO Services - FP&A · Cash Flow Optimization · Investor Readiness · Finance Transformation · Board Reporting · Financial Modeling
Build finance functions that scale — structure, controls, reporting, FP&A.
Lead transformation — process redesign, systems, automation, international readiness.
Advise CEOs & boards — clarity for decisions, capital strategy, performance management.
Clear. Controlled. Scalable.
How I Work - The Embedded leader
How I Work - The Embedded leader
Most fractional CFOs are treated as temporary resources. I work differently. To prevent a crisis, a CFO cannot stay behind a screen; they must be an integrated part of the leadership team from day one. My approach is built on three pillars:
- Cultural Integration over "Consulting"
I don’t just lead the finance function; I show up as a leader for the entire business.
The "Insider" Mindset: I invest the time to read the room, understand the movers and shakers, and map my behavior to your organization's lived culture.
Psychological Ownership: I treat your business as if I were a permanent stakeholder. By building trust quickly—even in a fractional capacity—I move from being a "vendor" to an indispensable advisor.
2. Radical Transparency & Strategic Calm
2. Radical Transparency & Strategic Calm
Complexity creates panic; I create order.
Structured & Transparent: I provide clear processes and reporting with a "no surprises" rule.
Calm Under Pressure: In high-stakes environments, I bring speed to decisions and clarity to chaos. Every assumption is justified, and every affirmation is backed by data.
3. Investment Without Expectation
3. Investment Without Expectation
The first 30 days set the tone for a long-term partnership.
Hands-on Execution: I step in to fix what’s broken and build what’s missing.
Intentional Commitment: I don’t just bill for meetings; I invest in the induction and the "unpaid" moments that allow me to understand the business from the inside out.
My approach is simple: I don't just provide a service; I provide a foundation. Clarity first, execution always.
Top 5 Signature Achievements
Drove AED 5.5M treasury savings, 3% margin uplift, and EBITDA gains for a $500M+ retail group.
Delivered post‑IPO finance redesign for AED 2.5B listed entity (Salik), strengthening governance and investor reporting.
Built board‑grade FP&A + Power BI frameworks used by CEOs, investors, and cross‑border leadership teams.
Directed FP&A for a $3.3B oil & gas operation, cutting reporting cycles to 2 days and building models resilient to 50% price swings.
Rolled out a 90‑day ERP implementation across 12 countries, integrating tax, VAT, and project finance for 60+ infrastructure projects.
Impact: measurable, cross‑border, board‑level.
Case Studies
Case Studies
1. Retail Turnaround — $500M+ Multi‑Entity Group (UAE & Russia)
1. Retail Turnaround — $500M+ Multi‑Entity Group (UAE & Russia)
Stabilized liquidity, automated treasury, and delivered AED 5.5M savings.
Achieved 3% margin uplift, EBITDA improvement, and built board‑grade reporting across 240+ stores.
2. Post‑IPO Finance Redesign — AED 2.5B Listed Entity (Dubai)
2. Post‑IPO Finance Redesign — AED 2.5B Listed Entity (Dubai)
Rebuilt FP&A, investor reporting, and governance frameworks.
Implemented automated dashboards and strengthened compliance for a newly public company.
3. Oil & Gas Transformation — $3.3B National Operator (Oman)
3. Oil & Gas Transformation — $3.3B National Operator (Oman)
Cut reporting cycles to 2 days, built models resilient to 50% oil price swings, and delivered real‑time Power BI analytics across finance and operations.
4. Green Energy Project Finance — AED 750M Initiative (Abu Dhabi)
4. Green Energy Project Finance — AED 750M Initiative (Abu Dhabi)
Designed project finance frameworks, initiated refinancing with 12 global banks, and secured cost reductions through strategic procurement.
5. ERP Rollout Across 12 Countries — Infrastructure & CIS Region
5. ERP Rollout Across 12 Countries — Infrastructure & CIS Region
Delivered a full ERP implementation in 90 days, integrating tax, VAT, and project finance reporting for 60+ projects.
Enabled unified financial control across Europe & CIS.
Testimonials
Testimonials
“Angela turns complex financial landscapes into clear, actionable strategies. Her leadership, mentorship, and strategic insight are unmatched.”
“Angela turns complex financial landscapes into clear, actionable strategies. Her leadership, mentorship, and strategic insight are unmatched.”
— Manjit Khaira, Director of Finance & Board Member
“An exceptional finance leader with deep expertise and the rare ability to elevate everyone around her. Angela shaped my career.”
“An exceptional finance leader with deep expertise and the rare ability to elevate everyone around her. Angela shaped my career.”
— Amina Rotić, Head of Finance
“Strategic, analytical, and collaborative. Angela brings clarity, decision support, and business value at a level few can match.”
“Strategic, analytical, and collaborative. Angela brings clarity, decision support, and business value at a level few can match.”
— Ghulam Sabir, Group CFO & Board Advisor
“Her strategic acumen and ability to turn financial complexity into practical solutions set her apart. A top‑tier strategist.”
“Her strategic acumen and ability to turn financial complexity into practical solutions set her apart. A top‑tier strategist.”
— Mari‑Claire Rencs, Finance Business Partner
“Angela’s leadership was pivotal on complex projects. Clear direction, strong governance, and exceptional delivery.”
“Angela’s leadership was pivotal on complex projects. Clear direction, strong governance, and exceptional delivery.”
— Marwa Elwali, Manager, KPMG
“Driven, results‑focused, and highly knowledgeable. Angela built the financial structure that transformed our operations.”
“Driven, results‑focused, and highly knowledgeable. Angela built the financial structure that transformed our operations.”
— Thomas Topolski, Senior Executive, Infrastructure
Work With Me
If you’re looking for a finance leader who brings structure, clarity, and execution to complex environments, I’d be happy to connect.
Connect:
Website: www.cfopartners.ae
Articles & Insights: www.angelaandrei.com
Email: andrei@cfopartners.ae
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/angelaandrei/
Location: Dubai, UAE
Availability: Executive roles, interim mandates, and board‑level advisory
Clarity. Structure. Results.
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