Interim Group CFO

Overview:

Finatal is partnered exclusively with a Private equity-backed sustainable manufacturer seeking an Interim Group CFO. A global leader, the business intends to grow both organically and via transformational acquisitions.

Partnering alongside an accomplished c-suite and board, you will be tasked with navigating the business through a critical transitional phase by providing strategic financial leadership and ensuring optimal operational efficiency. The primary focus will be on financial management, risk assessment, cash flow optimisation, and financial reporting, with a clear mandate to align financial strategies with the company’s objectives and private equity expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Finance transformation: Lead the digitalization and standardization of financial and operational processes across the global business. Implement advanced technologies to streamline reporting, improve transparency, and enable data-driven decision-making.
• Strategic Leadership: Shape financial strategy in a PE-driven environment, ensuring alignment with growth targets and exit plans
• Reporting: Provide actionable insights into commercial, financial, and operational metrics to drive improvements in profitability, working capital management, and capital efficiency.
• Growth: Lead both organic growth initiatives and M&A activities, from due diligence through integration, ensuring seamless transitions for new acquisitions.
• Strategic Partnership: Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO, delivering financial insights and influencing business decisions to maximize performance. Oversee finance, IT, and control functions across the group, ensuring alignment with the company’s growth objectives and PE expectations.
• Banking & Financial Relationships: Build and maintain strong relationships with banks, lenders, and financial partners.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Group CFO within the manufacturing industry, preferably in a global private equity-backed environment.