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Chief Financial Officer Deutschland (m/w/d)

WideResearch GmbH

Greater Nuremberg Metropolitan Area (Hybrid) · Full Time

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Experience
Any
Salary
Openings
1
Posted
4 weeks ago
Work mode
Hybrid
Education
Degree in business, finance, or a comparable qualification
Eligibility
Experienced finance executives with a background in international manufacturing businesses and strong German and English language skills.
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Job description

Position overview

An established industrial business with international operations and headquarters in Italy is looking for an experienced senior finance leader to take over this role as part of a planned succession. The company is a long-standing supplier in consumer goods/DIY, operates its own production, and holds a strong market position across Europe.

As a member of the management team, you will take overall responsibility for financial steering, planning, reporting, controlling, and IT, while acting as a strategic partner to both the local CEO and the group CFO.

Key responsibilities

  • Own the full scope of finance, controlling, accounting, tax, and reporting activities
  • Serve as a trusted counterpart to executive management and work closely with the international group
  • Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and planning cycles
  • Handle capital raising matters and act as the main contact for banks
  • Ensure compliance, risk oversight, and the effectiveness of internal control systems
  • Manage and develop a finance team of 10 employees
  • Support strategic initiatives and transformation-related projects

Candidate profile

  • Completed degree in business, finance, or a comparable qualification
  • Several years of leadership experience in a senior finance role
  • Background in an international manufacturing company
  • Strong command of accounting standards, preferably including HGB and IFRS, together with controlling expertise
  • Sharp analytical thinking, strong strategic judgment, leadership skills, and a hands-on approach
  • Excellent German and English skills

What makes this role attractive

  • A strategically important key position with significant room to shape outcomes
  • Direct reporting line to the managing director in an international setting
  • A responsible role within a globally active company
  • Flat structures, fast decision-making, an open culture, and a qualified, motivated team

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