CFO, VC-backed Growing Battery Manufacturing Company on IPO track, Germany
PER, Private Equity Recruitment
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Posted: 18-Mar-23
Location: Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Type: Full Time
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 19079084
About our client Our client is a leading developer and manufacturer of premium high-performance battery cells, backed by well-known Venture Capital investors. In addition, they offer comprehensive consulting services for energy storage concepts and process technology. Over the years they have partnered with some of the leading manufacturers within the automotive industry, aviation, medical technology as well as the chemical industry. Now, they are looking to hire a CFO to join their management team and support them on their growth journey towards an IPO. The position requires travelling to different company sites in Germany and the United States. What the job involves
Being a sparring partner to the CEO and key member of the management team
Leading the finance function including Accounting, Controlling, Legal and Investor Relations
Providing relevant information, detailed analysis and background to underlying business performance, external benchmarks and insights to support decision-making
Reporting accurate financial results to the management and shareholders as well as preparing ad-hoc analyses
Continuous improvement and optimisation of finance processes as well as controlling instruments and tools
Budget planning and forecasting, as wells as cash and liquidity management
Supporting and driving funding and financing processes
Being in lead of possible IPO-exit - IPO-readiness, IPO-track story and execution
Main point of contact for auditors, tax advisors, lawyers and other external contacts
Who we are looking for
Experience in preparing and executing an IPO is a must
University degree in Business Administration, Finance or related disciplines
Significant experience as a CFO in a manufacturing company, ideally experience working in the battery, automotive, aviation, pharma or semiconductor manufacturing sectors
Financing experience and a good network to banks would be advantageous
Ideally prior experience working in a start-up environment as well as a corporate environment
Previous experience working with private equity/venture capital investors would be helpful
Outstanding finance skill set with strong controlling and accounting capabilities - knowledge of project controlling is highly beneficial
Restructuring experience is welcomed
Knowledge how to deal with various stakeholders, such as shareholders and banks
Entrepreneurial mindset with a high-energy level and a hands-on mentality
Strong analytical and strategic skills
Strong communication skills with fluency in English, fluent German skills would be beneficial
