Chief Financial Officer - Commercial Strategy

Job Description :

We are seeking a Strategic Finance Leader to drive growth and profitability in our organization. The ideal candidate will be a commercially astute CFO who can act as a key strategic partner to the CEO and Board.

The successful candidate will have a keen understanding of the dynamics of a private equity-backed business and experience working with a CEO, providing broader commercial and strategic value in an international business. They will also have a proven track record as a CFO in private equity-backed businesses and experience in improving internal and IT processes.

Key responsibilities will include :

• Providing strategic support to the senior management team in creating and delivering growth strategies, offering expert advice on growth opportunities and their execution.
• Leading M&A activities from a finance perspective, including financial and tax due diligence, deal structuring, and financing sources.
• Post-merger integration planning.
• Overseeing all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, cash flow management, and risk assessment.
• Producing consolidated group financials and reporting under IFRS.
• Developing and maintaining robust financial controls and processes to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
• Monitoring and analyzing financial performance, identifying areas for improvement, and recommending corrective actions.
• Providing timely and accurate financial information to internal stakeholders, investors, and the board.
• Managing the annual audit process and ensuring compliance with all relevant financial reporting standards.
• Building and leading a high-performing finance team through guidance, coaching, and mentorship.

Required skills and qualifications :

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• Proven track record as a CFO in private equity-backed businesses.
• Experience working with a CEO, providing broad commercial and strategic value in an international context.
• Experience in consultancy or professional services businesses.
• Experience in improving internal and IT processes.
• M&A experience, including post-merger integration.
• Experience in securing and managing debt financing.
• Experience delivering shareholder value through successful exits, either PE or trade.
• Exceptional leadership and management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• European language skills are advantageous.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a results-oriented mindset.

About Us :

We are a private equity-backed international consultancy with an impressive blue-chip client base. We offer a fast-paced, dynamic environment where you can grow your career and make a significant impact.

Contact Information :

Please send your application to us at (insert contact information).