Interim CFO | Finance Transformation

Location

Frankfurt Rhine-Main Metropolitan Area

Overview

Pearse Professionals are supporting a private equity backed infrastructure services platform in seeking an experienced Interim CFO / Finance Transformation Lead. The business operates across asset intensive, regulated end-markets, with revenues largely underpinned by long-term contractual arrangements with high quality counterparties. The investment marks the start of a new phase focused on scaling the platform, professionalising the finance function and executing value creation initiatives.

Role & Responsibilities

Working closely with the CEO, senior leadership team and the investor, the Interim CFO will take ownership of the finance agenda during a period of change and growth.

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Leading a finance transformation programme (reporting, forecasting, controls and decision support)

  • Improving cash flow visibility, working capital discipline and financial planning

  • Enhancing investor and board reporting

  • Supporting strategic initiatives, including organic growth and selective M&A

  • Reviewing and upgrading systems, processes and governance appropriate for a PE-backed environment

  • Acting as a commercial and strategic partner to the leadership team


Candidate Profile:

  • Proven Interim CFO or senior finance leader within PE-backed and/or asset-heavy businesses

  • Strong track record in finance transformation and professionalisation

  • Comfortable operating in complex or regulated environments

  • Commercial, hands-on and credible with investors

  • English & German speaker


Connect with Will Sharples for more details.
willsharples@pearseprofessionals.com

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