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Head of Finance, Private Equity-Backed Healthcare Company, Goettingen, Germany
Our client is a small-cap healthcare company specializing in medical products. With the support of a successful private equity investor, they are preparing for growth and international expansion. To drive this next phase, they are seeking a Head of Finance to join their team as a key business partner to the CEO. The role is based in the Goettingen area, Germany.
What the job involves
* Serving as a strategic business partner to the CEO and the investor
* Developing and executing financial strategies in alignment with the company's growth objectives
* Building a best-in-class finance function, including the implementation of robust controlling and reporting structures
* Providing detailed financial analysis, insights and benchmarks to support strategic decision-making
* Delivering accurate financial reporting to management and shareholders, along with ad-hoc analyses
* Overseeing budget planning, financial controls, forecasting and financial statement reporting
* Identifying, implementing and optimising management information systems and KPI frameworks
* Managing cash flow, liquidity, working capital and capital structure
* Overseeing all tax-related matters
* Management of financial reporting requirements under the leverage financing
* Prospectively, leading financing processes and driving M&A transactions, including ensuring seamless post-merger integrations
* Continuously improving and streamlining finance processes, controls and reporting tools
* Leading organisational optimisation and transformation initiatives
* Serving as the primary point of contact for various stakeholders, incl. investors, banks, auditors and tax advisors
Who we are looking for
* University degree in business administration, finance or a related field
* Relevant professional experience as a Head of Finance in a small- to mid-cap company, with a proven track record of delivering significant commercial results and driving change
* Experience within a PE-backed company is a plus, as well as a successful track record of M&A transactions and post-merger integrations
* Carve-out experience is advantageous
* Background in the healthcare and/or manufacturing sector is beneficial
* Strong finance expertise, with deep controlling and accounting knowledge
* Hands-on, self-driven mindset, eager to make an impact in a growing environment
* Analytical and data-driven approach, with excellent problem-solving skills
* Strategic thinker with a modern, inclusive, and empathetic leadership style
* Strong communication and presentation skills, with fluency in German and English
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