BDO in Luxembourg is seeking a strategic and business-oriented Chief Financial Officer to support the firm’s next phase of growth and transformation.
Who are we?
As one of the leading professional services firms in Luxembourg, BDO combines local expertise with the strength of an international network present in more than 169 countries. With more than 700 professionals representing over 42 nationalities, the firm continues to strengthen its market position through innovation, operational excellence and client-centric solutions.
As part of its continued development, BDO Luxembourg is looking for a Chief Financial Officer who will play a key role in shaping the firm’s strategic roadmap, driving financial performance, enhancing operational scalability and leading finance transformation initiatives across the organization.
What will you do?
As Chief Financial Officer, you will act as a strategic advisor to the Managing Partner and Executive Committee while leading the overall financial strategy and performance of the firm.
- Partnering with the Managing Partner and Executive Committee to support strategic decision-making, sustainable growth and long-term value creation
- Defining and executing the firm’s financial strategy in alignment with business objectives and profitability targets
- Leading and modernizing the finance function to deliver robust governance, scalable processes and high-value decision-support capabilities
- Driving business performance through profitability analysis, financial planning, forecasting and data-driven performance management
- Enhancing operational efficiency and supporting investment decisions through financial insights and analytics
- Overseeing cash flow, liquidity management, financial risk and capital allocation
- Ensuring best-in-class financial governance, regulatory compliance and internal control frameworks
- Leading finance transformation initiatives through automation, process optimization and advanced analytics capabilities
- Supporting the continued evolution of financial systems, reporting tools and management dashboards
- Building, mentoring and developing a high-performing finance team while fostering collaboration across the organization
- Acting as a trusted business partner to leadership teams across the firm
This opportunity is for you if
- You hold a Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field; an ACCA, CPA, CFA or equivalent qualification would be considered a strong asset
- You bring significant experience (typically 15+ years) in finance and at least 10 years in leadership roles, ideally within a professional services, consulting or partnership-based environment
- You have a proven track record in financial strategy, business partnering and organizational performance management
- You combine strong financial expertise with excellent business acumen and the ability to translate financial insights into strategic actions
- You possess excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and challenge at Executive Committee level
- You are comfortable leading transformation initiatives, including finance modernization, process optimization and data-driven decision-making
- You demonstrate a strong sense of ownership, accountability and execution
- You possess strong communication and interpersonal skills and can interact effectively with both finance and non-finance stakeholders
- You are comfortable working in a dynamic, international environment and supporting business growth through sound financial management
- You are fluent in English and French; German and/or Luxembourgish would be considered an asset
What is waiting for you
- A strategic leadership role within a growing international professional services firm
- Direct exposure to executive decision-making and firm-wide transformation initiatives
- The opportunity to shape the future finance operating model of the organization
- A collaborative, multicultural and entrepreneurial environment
- Competitive executive compensation package and performance-driven incentives
- Flexible working arrangements and modern working environment
- Continuous learning and leadership development opportunities
- Additional benefits including mobility solutions, pension plan and wellness initiatives
If you are looking to take on a high-impact leadership role within a dynamic and ambitious organization, we look forward to hearing from you.
In accordance with the provisions of the Luxembourg law of 23 July 2016 amending the law of 29 March 2013, candidates may be required to provide an extract from their criminal record. This document, issued by the authorities, must not be older than three months. Such a document will be requested with the aim of carrying out a character check on candidates, bearing in mind the area of activity of our establishment and, more particularly, the tasks described in the job description.
