CFO - Chief Financial Officer

Opportunity to join a Holding at an early stage, supporting its growth Solid investor committed to a long-term project About Our Client Context Our client is a small Italian company operating in the industrial sector, specifically in plant engineering, backed by an investor aiming to build an aggregated industrial hub with a long-term growth vision. Job Description Key Responsibilities Coordinate and oversee the company's administrative, accounting, tax, and management control functions; Supervise the integration of operational activities and reporting across subsidiaries, in line with the fund's governance principles; Create and manage a structured management control system, including analytical accounting and reporting models, and implement a CRM for budgeting, performance monitoring, and strategic support; Prepare financial statements and monthly economic, asset, and financial reports; Analyze budget variances and implement corrective actions within the scope of responsibility; Oversee treasury and optimize group financial management, including cash flows, working capital control, investment activities, and net financial position management, including acquisition financing; Manage relationships with banks and financial institutions, preparing financial documentation and ensuring compliance with contractual clauses; Interact with the CEO, Board of Directors, and new shareholders to define strategic objectives and corporate/function budgets; Support operational and industrial functions in the economic-financial analysis of development projects, investments, and extraordinary transactions; Assist management in M&A activities and post-acquisition integration processes; Manage relationships with consulting and auditing firms; Participate in shareholder meetings, board meetings, and executive committees, preparing and presenting supporting documentation; Draft meeting minutes, manage corporate books and meeting notices; Provide support on personnel-related matters; Manage risks, including through insurance contract subscription and management; Implement corporate governance frameworks (231, GDPR, ESG reporting); The Successful Applicant Candidate Requirements Degree in Economics, Engineering, or equivalent; Solid experience as Chief Financial Officer with strong expertise in administration, finance, and control; Previous experience in entrepreneurial environments, ideally mid-sized companies backed by private equity funds; Direct experience in extraordinary transactions (acquisitions and divestitures) within PE-backed companies, including M&A/buy & build operations; Experience in implementing and managing the full management control cycle, consolidated financial statements, and group administrative-accounting processes; Knowledge of OIC and IFRS accounting standards and financial reporting for investment funds; Experience in managing financing contracts and structured finance instruments; Ability to lead and develop administrative teams, ensuring process efficiency and consistency; Strong communication and interpersonal skills at all organizational levels, with a proactive approach to engaging with entrepreneurs, investors, and institutional stakeholders; Pragmatic, collaborative, results-oriented, and problem-solving mindset, with strong analytical skills and a flexible, proactive attitude; Preferably knowledgeable in legal, tax, and corporate matters; Experience with advanced ERP systems and integrated reporting tools is a plus; Fluent in English. What's on Offer Great career opportunity #J-18808-Ljbffr