Chief Financial Officer (CFO) – Private Equity-backed Portfolio Company
Location:
Munich, Germany
Job-Code:
E1-008-C
Start Date:
As soon as possible
Mid-sized company (~€100m revenue)
|
Private Equity-backed
|
Growth-focused
On behalf of our client, a pan-European Private Equity firm,
Thronsberg
has been exclusively mandated to identify and appoint an experienced and commercially driven
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
for one of its portfolio companies headquartered in
Munich
.
The company is a well-established, solidly financed, EBITDA positive and cash accretive mid-sized business generating approximately
€100 million in annual revenues
, with strong market positioning and clear plans for organic growth.
This is a pivotal role for an ambitious finance leader ready to step into a highly visible, board-facing position and actively shape the value creation journey of a private equity-backed company.
The Opportunity
The incoming CFO will act as a true business partner to the CEO and the PE sponsor, leading the financial steering of the business while also playing a key role in executing growth initiatives, improving operational performance, and professionalizing internal processes.
This is not a passive reporting function. Our client is seeking a CFO who thrives in high-expectation, hands-on environments and brings both
strategic clarity
and
operational discipline
to the role.
Key Responsibilities
* Own and lead all finance-related functions: FP&A, controlling, accounting, treasury, tax, and legal.
* Implement best-in-class financial planning and reporting structures aligned with PE governance standards.
* Drive data-driven decision-making and financial transparency across the business.
* Prepare high-quality board materials and performance reporting for PE investors.
* Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO and actively contribute to strategic initiatives.
* Lead and develop the finance team, ensuring scalability and talent development.
* Optimise liquidity position and capital structure planning in coordination with investors.
Candidate Profile
Professional Background
* A minimum of
10 years' experience
in finance leadership roles, with a proven track record as
CFO
or
Director Finance
in a
mid-market
or
growth-oriented
business.
* Prior exposure to
private equity-backed environments
is
strongly preferred
.
* Experience in
professionalizing finance functions
and building scalable systems and processes.
* Strong understanding of
HGB
and/or
IFRS
reporting standards.
* Exposure to
debt financing
is beneficial.
Competencies
* Commercially minded with a strategic yet hands-on approach.
* Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence across all levels.
* Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Resilient, execution-oriented, and entrepreneurial mindset.
* Fluent in
German
and
English
.
What's on Offer
* A high-impact CFO role with board exposure and significant autonomy.
* The chance to shape the financial and strategic direction of a dynamic, well-capitalized business.
* Close collaboration with experienced private equity professionals.
* A competitive compensation package, management incentive programme.
Contact
If you are ready to take the next step in your CFO career and lead a growth-focused company within a professional PE environment, we look forward to hearing from you.
Please reach out confidentially to
Thronsberg
via LinkedIn-Application.