Head of Finance

Munich - Hybrid Full Time

Role Overview

As CFO, you will play a pivotal role in navigating the company through complex financial restructuring initiatives. This includes managing liquidity, optimizing cash flow, overseeing independent business reviews (IBRs), and ensuring financial stability. You will collaborate closely with the executive team, investors, and external advisors to achieve sustainable financial performance and position the company for long-term success.

Key Responsibilities

  • Financial Restructuring
  • Lead and execute comprehensive financial restructuring strategies to stabilize and optimize the company’s financial position.
  • Assess and implement cost-saving initiatives and operational efficiencies to improve profitability.
  • Develop and maintain detailed cash flow forecasts to ensure liquidity and operational continuity
  • Oversee working capital optimization and implement measures to improve cash conversion cycles.
  • Manage the preparation and coordination of IBRs in collaboration with external consultants and stakeholders.
  • Use IBR findings to formulate actionable strategies for financial turnaround.
  • Align financial goals with the company’s strategic objectives and long-term vision.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team, fostering a high-performance culture.
  • Serve as the key liaison between the company, lenders, investors, and regulatory bodies

Requirements

  • Proven track record in senior financial leadership roles, within industrial, Private Equity or asset-heavy industries.
  • Extensive experience in financial restructuring, turnaround management, or distressed scenarios.
  • Expertise in cash flow forecasting, liquidity management, and working capital optimization.
  • Strong understanding of IBRs and experience coordinating with external consultants and lenders.
  • Demonstrated ability to negotiate complex financial agreements and manage stakeholder relationships.
  • Solid foundation in financial modeling, forecasting, and analysis.
  • Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. CPA, CFA, or equivalent qualifications are a plus.

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    Teddy Henderson
    Consultant - CleanTech

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