CFO, PE-Backed IT Services Company, Munich, Frankfurt or Hamburg, Germany - PER, Private Equity Recruitment

When you click apply, you will be redirected to the company’s website . Please ensure you have completed the company’s application process on their platform to fully apply. About Our Client Our client is a fast-growing IT services provider with a strong market presence. The company develops and operates highly available and secure IT solutions for its clients, with a focus on cloud-native business process digitalization, hybrid working environments, and secure data networks. Its goal is to become the preferred digitalization partner for the German Mittelstand. In recent years, the company has successfully expanded its service portfolio and geographic footprint through a combination of organic growth and targeted acquisitions. With further integration and professionalization ahead, the organization is now seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to help steer the company through its next phase of growth. The CFO will work closely with the management team and the investor, playing a key role in shaping the company's strategic and financial direction. The position can be based in Munich, Frankfurt or Hamburg, Germany. What the job involves Professionalize the finance function, covering accounting, controlling, tax, legal coordination, and treasuryEstablish and expand a robust, group-wide controlling function to enable transparency, performance steering, and data-driven decision-makingStandardize and optimize financial processes, reporting structures, and closing procedures across the groupAct as a strategic partner to the leadership team, providing financial guidance while remaining hands-on in operational executionLead potential M&A add-on transactionsIntegration of acquired companies and harmonization of financial systems, processes, and governance standardsLead the company's preparation for near-term investor engagement and strategic transaction readiness, ensuring robust financial reporting, transparency, and a compelling equity story.Serve as the primary point of contact for the investor, board members, auditors, and tax advisors on all financial matters, ensuring transparency and effective communication Who we are looking for University degree in business administration, finance, or a related fieldProven track record in a senior finance leadership role; ideally CFO or Finance Director in a Private Equity-backed environmentExit preparation & M&A experience, including due diligence process and buyer communicationExperience in IT services, software, or technology-driven business models is advantageousDemonstrated ability to professionalize financial processes and build scalable finance organizationsHands-on with the ability to balance strategic steering and operational detailStructured and pragmatic approach to integrating acquired companies and harmonizing systemsEntrepreneurial mindset, resilience, and the ability to drive change in a dynamic environmentShort-term availability is helpfulFluency in German and English, both written and spoken You will be redirected to the company’s website – you must complete the application on their platform to apply.