The Opportunity:
Finatal is collaborating with a rapidly expanding, Private Equity-backed Manufacturing group with a global presence across the US, Asia, and Europe. The business develops proprietary technology and focussed on executing a buy-and-build strategy. We are looking for a hands-on Interim CFO to led a post-deal professionalisation project.
We seek an experienced Interim CFO to guide us through a critical majority investment phase. You will be pivotal in ensuring financial stability, enhancing operational efficiency, and driving strategic growth.
Key Responsibilities:
- Mergers & Acquisitions / Post-Merger Integration: Lead and manage an aggressive buy-and-build strategy globally, aiming to scale turnover to approximately €150 million over five years. Post-acquisition, support PMI across all workstreams to ensure seamless integration.
- Business Operations / Commercial Partnerships: Partner closely with the CEO and private equity investors to drive strategic initiatives. Provide robust financial reporting, establish and monitor KPIs, and ensure compliance and accuracy in all financial operations.
- Transformation: Implement transformative strategies to enhance the company’s operations, financial performance, and market position. Aim for a successful exit with substantial returns by optimizing processes and leveraging market opportunities.
- This role presents an exceptional opportunity to take full ownership of a rapidly growing sector within a well-established asset of a leading private equity firm.
Requirements:
- Languages: Fluent in both German and English.
- Experience: Strong background in managing private equity-backed portfolio companies across the manufacturing space, with a proven track record in M&A, PMI, and transformational leadership.
