Chief Financial Officer | High-Growth Hospitality Group | Berlin, Germany |
I’m searching for an experienced Chief Financial Officer to join a fast-growing, founder-led hospitality group entering its next phase of scale and international expansion. This is a senior leadership role with full financial ownership and direct involvement in shaping the long-term structure of the business.
The company is scaling rapidly across Europe, and has a clear ambition to professionalise finance, governance, and internal controls as headcount and footprint expand.
Perks & Benefits
* Performance-based bonus
* Share scheme linked to KPIs and long-term goals
* Senior leadership role with direct impact on IPO preparation
* High visibility with investors, shareholders, and founders
Your Experience
* Proven CFO or senior finance leadership experience in a high-growth environment
* Background in hospitality, QSR, restaurants, retail is must. Other industries will not be considered.
* Strong track record building finance structures, governance, and internal controls from scratch
* Experience working with investors, boards, and shareholders
* ERP implementation experience (NetSuite highly desirable)
* Fluent German (C1) – all reporting conducted in German
* Based in Germany, with willingness to work on-site in Berlin or travel 3–4 days per week
Your Responsibilities
* Full ownership of finance strategy, governance, and financial leadership
* Act as legal and financial representative of the business, with power of attorney
* Build and scale financial structures, controls, and reporting frameworks
* Lead budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and long-term financial planning
* Prepare the business for IPO readiness targeted for 2028
* Manage and develop the finance team (Controller, Accountants, Finance Manager)
* Partner closely with founders, investors, and external stakeholders
* Support international expansion through disciplined financial oversight
This role would suit a commercially minded CFO who thrives in fast-paced, scaling environments and wants to play a pivotal role in building a European hospitality brand with long-term exit ambitions.
If this sounds of interest, please contact Clay at COREcruitment:
claycorecruitment
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