Financial Director

Finance DirectorLocation | Germany (hybrid)Compensation | €150,000 - €220,000 plus variable and MIPRef: CR1116Company OverviewOur client is a fast-growing energy services provider at the forefront of Germany’s decarbonisation journey. Following its acquisition by a leading global private equity fund, the company is entering a new phase of transformation and growth.The OpportunityThis is a hands-on, build-and-transform mandate for a CFO ready to professionalise and scale the finance organisation in a high-growth, PE-backed environment. You’ll take full ownership of finance operations, shaping a lean setup into a data-driven, investor-grade platform that enables rapid decision-making, operational excellence, and value creation.Key MandateStabilise and professionalise core accounting, reporting, and cash processes in partnership with external advisors.Deliver speed, control, and accuracy in monthly closings, compliance (HGB/IFRS), and management reporting.Build and lead a capable finance team and embed KPI-driven performance management.Digitise and automate processes across billing, controlling, and forecasting to create transparency and scalability.Drive integration and transformation through post-merger activities, treasury setup, and system improvements.Partner with the CEO and investors on business cases, M&A, and long-term value creation initiatives.What Success Looks LikeWithin 12 months, finance will operate as a reliable, fast, and insight-driven function delivering clean audits, timely reporting, and clear cash visibility. Within 18 months, you’ll have built a scalable finance infrastructure underpinning growth and future transactions, positioning the business for its next phase of expansion and exit readiness.Candidate ProfileAccounting-qualified (CPA, Wirtschaftsprüfer, or equivalent) with strong HGB/IFRS knowledge.Proven track record building or transforming finance functions in PE-backed or M&A-driven environments.Highly hands-on and execution-focused, yet capable of shaping finance as a strategic partner.Sector background in energy, infrastructure, or technical services is beneficial but not essential.