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About our client

Our client, a rapidly growing professional services firm, is seeking a Head of Finance to join them on their exciting growth journey. Backed by a high-calibre, entrepreneurial investor private equity fund, the company is pursuing an ambitious expansion strategy through targeted buy-and-build, technology enablement, and organic growth.

To support this next phase, they are looking for a Head of Finance to design, implement, and optimize scalable financial systems and processes that will form the backbone of the company’s continued growth and long-term success. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in shaping the financial and strategic direction of a dynamic, fast-evolving business. The platform is targeting to reach >€20-30M EBITDA, and offers ample opportunity to grow with the demands of the role. Strong preference for role to based in Berlin, Germany (HQ of platform).

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What the job involves

• Build and lead a best-in-class finance function, driving operational excellence and supporting strategic growth
• Partner with the management team to shape and execute the company’s business strategy
• Develop robust financial models and performance metrics to enable data-driven decision-making
• Deliver accurate, insightful financial reporting to guide both strategic and operational performance
• Oversee budgeting, financial controls, and forecasting to ensure transparency and accuracy
• Oversee the financial management of subsidiaries and holding entities, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with accounting standards
• Identify, implement, and optimize state-of-the-art management information systems and KPI frameworks
• Foster strong relationships with financial institutions to optimize capital structure and liquidity
• Support M&A transactions, ensuring seamless post-merger integration and sustainable value creation
• Continuously enhance finance processes, controlling instruments, and analytical tools
• Act as the primary contact for auditors, tax advisors, and key investors

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Who we are looking for

• University degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a comparable qualification
• Several years of professional experience in a finance role, ideally within a similar buy-and-build environment
• Previous experience in a PE-backed company is highly beneficial, as is a Big Four background
• Prior leadership experience would be advantageous
• Strong knowledge of Lucanet, DATEV, and Excel, as well as experience implementing and using relevant consolidation and reporting tools
• Proven experience working with tax advisors, auditors, equity investors, and debt providers
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a hands-on, can-do attitude
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders
• Excellent analytical skills combined with a structured and detail-oriented working style
• Ability to understand and clearly communicate complex financial matters
• High level of proactiveness, accountability, and solution orientation
• Fluency in both German and English