Cfo - Chief Financial Officer

Opportunity to join a Holding at an early stage, supporting its growthSolid investor committed to a long-term projectAbout Our ClientContextOur 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 DescriptionKey ResponsibilitiesCoordinate 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 ApplicantCandidate RequirementsDegree 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 OfferGreat career opportunityContactGiorgia RossonQuote job refJN-**************