CFO (Chief Financial Officer) - Industrial sector

International company in the industrial sector, specialized in engineering solutions and technical manufacturing, with presence across multiple markets. It is part of a globally active group that combines established expertise with a strong focus on innovation, efficiency, and sustainable growth.

The organization operates within a decentralized structure, where each unit maintains a high degree of autonomy, fostering an entrepreneurial and agile culture. At the same time, there is strong strategic alignment, enabling the effective use of global synergies and shared knowledge.

The company is looking for a Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

• Degree in business administration, finance, or comparable qualification. 

• Several years of experience as CFO, CRO, or in a comparable leadership role, ideally in an international industrial company. 

• Proven track record in cost management, restructuring, and profitability improvement. 

• Deep knowledge of financial planning, controlling, and cashflow management. 

• Experience with currency risk management and international payment terms. 

• Strong affinity for process automation and digital technologies (incl. AI). 

• Leadership experience in HR and basic knowledge of labor law preferred. 

• Experience in IT management, IT processes, or cooperation with group IT advantageous. 

• Business-fluent English and Spanish. German a plus. 

• Analytical and strategic thinking. 
• Assertiveness and strong execution capability. 
• Hands-on mentality and high level of initiative. 
• Intercultural competence and team orientation. 
• Strong communication and leadership skills. 

1. Financial Management & Controlling 

• →Preparation and monitoring of budgets, forecasts, reporting, and financial plans. 

• →Implementation of management-relevant contribution margin accounting by market and product groups. 

• →Analysis of cost structures and definition/implementation of efficiency measures. 

• →Introduction and monitoring of KPIs to enhance profitability. 

2. Cashflow & Liquidity Management 

• →Ensure high liquidity while considering currency risks. 

• →Active accounts receivable management and optimization of payment terms. 

• →Establish processes for hedging against currency fluctuations (hedging strategies, contract design, etc.). 

3. Restructuring, Process Optimization & Automation 

• →Identify, define, and implement cost reduction and efficiency initiatives across all administrative processes (administration, sales back office, etc.). 

• →Maximize the use of automation and AI support in financial and administrative processes. 

• →Streamline structures and processes to improve transparency and efficiency. 

4. Leadership & Collaboration 

• →Overall responsibility for the subsidiary’s HR function (recruiting, development, administration). 

• →Ensure compliance with local tax and labor laws as well as group guidelines. 

5. IT & Governance 

• →Full responsibility for local IT infrastructure and systems, including the implementation of group IT policies, especially regarding cybersecurity. 

• →Define and manage a local digitalization strategy in close cooperation with HQ IT. 

6. Leadership & Cross-Functional Cooperation 

• →Lead all financial and administrative units, including active involvement in implementation. 

• →Close collaboration with general management, sales, service, and group management to ensure financial and organizational transparency. 

• →Salary negotiable according to experience and knowledge, ensuring that compensation fairly reflects your skills, expertise, and the value you bring to the role.
• →Legal benefits provided, including all mandatory protections and entitlements as stipulated by labor laws, to support your well-being and job security.
• →Opportunity to be part of a rapidly growing company that fosters your professional development and offers clear paths for career advancement and skill enhancement.
• →Collaborate with a diverse and international team, promoting cross-cultural communication and learning while contributing to innovative projects in a dynamic work environment.
• →Bonus accrual included in personnel costs, thus considered in the EBT definition.