Chief Financial Officer
Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our executive team in Germany. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of the company, including Controlling, Accounting, Treasury, and Tax across our 8 global locations. This role requires a strategic leader with a strong background in operational finance restructuring and cash flow management.
Key Responsibilities:
- Financial Leadership:
- Provide strategic financial guidance and leadership to the executive team and the Board of Directors.
- Oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes.
- Controlling & Accounting:
- Ensure the accuracy and integrity of the company’s financial records and reporting.
- Implement and maintain robust internal controls and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Supervise the preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP/IFRS.
- Treasury & Cash Flow Management:
- Manage the company’s treasury functions, including cash flow forecasting, liquidity management, and investment strategies.
- Optimize capital structure and manage relationships with financial institutions and investors.
- Develop strategies to manage foreign exchange and interest rate risk.
- Tax Management:
- Oversee tax planning and compliance for all jurisdictions in which the company operates.
- Ensure optimal tax strategies are implemented to minimize tax liabilities.
- Stay current with changes in tax laws and regulations that impact the company.
- Operational Finance Restructuring:
- Lead financial restructuring efforts to improve operational efficiency and profitability.
- Develop and implement cost reduction strategies and operational improvements.
- Monitor and manage financial performance of all global locations.
- Team Leadership:
- Build and lead a high-performing finance team, providing mentorship and professional development opportunities.
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the finance department.
Qualifications:
- Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Master’s degree or relevant professional certification (e.g., CPA, CFA) is preferred.
- Experience:
- Extensive experience (10+ years) in a senior financial leadership role, preferably as a CFO within the Industrial fields.
- Proven track record in controlling, accounting, treasury, and tax management.
- Experience in operational finance restructuring and cash flow management.
- International experience managing finance across multiple global locations.
- Skills:
- Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate at all levels.
- Proficiency in financial management software and advanced Excel skills.
- Fluency in English and German.
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Advertised By:
Kane Macey
Senior Consultant - Industrials
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