Group Chief Financial Officer

Coda Octopus Group, Inc. – NASDAQ: CODA

Leaders in Cutting-Edge Underwater Technologies

About Coda Octopus

Coda Octopus Group (NASDAQ: CODA) is a global leader in underwater technologies with three complementary businesses:

Marine Technology (UK, US, Denmark)
Defence Engineering (UK, US)
Acoustic Sensors & Materials (UK)

We deliver pioneering solutions to defense and commercial customers worldwide, with a strong pipeline of innovation and growth opportunities.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Group Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join the leadership team at a pivotal stage in the company’s journey.

Reporting directly to the CEO, the CFO will be a strategic partner in driving growth, building shareholder value, and ensuring robust financial management across our international operations.

This is a hands-on leadership role in a lean, entrepreneurial organization, ideal for an executive who combines board-level presence with a willingness to engage in the detail where required.

Location: Orlando, USA or Edinburgh, UK (with international travel).

Key Responsibilities

Strategic & Leadership

Partner with the CEO and Board to shape group strategy, capital allocation, and long-term value creation.
Lead investor relations and be a visible, credible voice to shareholders, analysts, and other external stakeholders.
Drive the Group’s M&A agenda, including evaluation, execution, and integration of opportunities.

Financial Management & Governance

Lead a high-performing, global finance function, ensuring robust reporting, controls, and compliance across the Group.
Oversee preparation of quarterly and annual SEC filings (10-Q, 10-K, disclosures) in compliance with US GAAP and IFRS.
Manage external auditors, tax advisors, and ensure audit readiness and regulatory good standing.
Oversee consolidated group forecasting, budgeting, and risk management.
Optimize cash flow, capital structure, and funding to support growth.

Operational Oversight

Provide leadership for payroll, benefits, and compliance processes in the US, working with external providers.
Strengthen and embed financial controls, processes, and risk management across the Group.
Act as a key problem-solver with the CEO on unforeseen events affecting global operations.

Candidate Profile

Qualified accountant (CPA, ACA, ACCA, or equivalent), with 10+ years’ senior financial leadership experience.
Previous experience as CFO or senior finance executive in a listed or international group (public company exposure required).
Strong technical knowledge of SEC reporting, US GAAP/IFRS, and international tax regimes (particularly US).
Demonstrated track record in investor relations, capital markets, and presenting to Boards and Audit Committees.
Experience with M&A transactions and integration.
Confident communicator with excellent drafting skills for external disclosures.
International outlook and unrestricted ability to travel between the US, UK, and Europe.

Why Join Us?

Shape the strategy of a NASDAQ-listed, high-tech innovator at a growth inflection point.
Work alongside an entrepreneurial CEO in a lean leadership team, where impact is direct and visible.
Be the external face of the company to investors and markets, with responsibility for quarterly earnings calls and strategic messaging.
Gain broad exposure across defence, technology, and advanced engineering sectors, with opportunities to influence both operational and strategic outcomes.

For further information about us please visit our website at www.codaoctopusgroup.com.

To apply, please send your CV and cover letter to confidentialcfosearch@codaoctopus.com, outlining why you are the right fit for this opportunity.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $120,000.00 - $240,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Health savings account
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

Orlando, Florida 32835 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

Orlando, Florida 32835: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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