Finance Director

About the Role

A newly acquired, distressed automotive company is undergoing financial restructuring and is in urgent need of a seasoned Finance Director. Backed by private equity, the business is seeking a strategic financial leader to stabilize operations, manage severe cash flow challenges, and execute a high-impact turnaround.

This is a high-stakes role requiring strong financial restructuring expertise, cross-functional leadership, and the ability to operate under pressure in a global environment. Intercultural communication and frequent travel are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement financial restructuring and turnaround strategies.
• Execute cost optimization plans to restore financial stability.
• Oversee cash flow forecasting and liquidity planning.
• Lead relationships with banks to negotiate financing solutions.
• Ensure accurate project and product-level reporting and cost accounting.
• Oversee consolidation, intercompany eliminations, and regulatory compliance.
• Lead and develop a small finance team across multiple geographies.
• Align financial strategy with global executive leadership.
• Manage cross-cultural coordination and regularly travel as required.

Requirements

• Proven experience in financial restructuring and turnaround leadership.
• Strong background in cash management, budgeting, and cost control.
• Experience in project/product accounting and financial consolidation.
• Demonstrated success in securing and managing financing with banks.
• Background in the automotive or manufacturing sectors preferred.
• Skilled in managing multicultural teams across global operations.
• Willingness to travel internationally and work onsite during the week.

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