Our client stands as Europe's foremost manufacturer of wear parts and components for agricultural technology, supported by a well-established private equity firm known for its successful history of scaling up businesses in the midcap sector. Presently, the company is in search of a driven and pragmatic CFO to accompany them on their journey of growth. The position will be based at the company's headquarters in the Marburg region of Germany and will provide some flexibility for remote work. What the job involves
Serve as a key partner to the CEO and board of directors
Contribute actively to shape the future of the company and own the change
Prepare budget and mid-term plan
Enhance and oversee all aspects of accounting, controlling, treasury, legal, and tax functions to optimise efficiency and accuracy
Oversee monthly reporting, analysing the financial performance of the company and providing insights into any deviations from the established plan
Develop and implement financial performance indicators in line with the company's corporate strategy and business plan
Lead and oversee M&A processes, ensuring smooth financial post-merger integration
Design a robust funding strategy and financial business plan aligned with organisational objectives, negotiate credit facilities, loans and other sources of funding
Elaborate, implement and oversee tax and financial optimisation strategies
Forecast and monitor the cash flow, monitor NWC, managing payables and receivables balances, as well as overseeing inventory alongside production and sales colleagues
Play a vital role in the company's digital transformation, develop and execute the digitalisation roadmap covering all core and support processes, manage all group IT functions
Advocate for data literacy and foster a data-driven culture, leveraging insights to drive business outcomes
Who we are looking for
University degree in business administration (finance, accounting, or related)
Extensive and diverse professional background as a CFO in a small- to mid-cap company
Significant experience in the manufacturing sector
Track record of M&A transactions and post-merger integrations
Strategic and commercially minded, with sound judgement and a hands-on approach
Empathetic, inspiring leadership style, acting like a true team player
Experience within a PE portfolio company is appreciated
