Interim Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

The Company is seeking an Interim CFO to lead a critical business transformation within a manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving value creation across finance, operations, and M&A, with a focus on improving profitability, cash flow, and operational performance. This role involves close collaboration with shareholders and senior leadership to support strategic initiatives, including M&A and transaction readiness. Key responsibilities for the Interim CFO include leading financial performance management, conducting a rapid assessment of business performance, and designing and executing transformation, turnaround, and cost optimization initiatives. The role also requires the strengthening of controlling, forecasting, budgeting, and management reporting processes, as well as partnering with operational teams to enhance efficiency and productivity. Applicants for the Interim CFO position should have a proven track record in a similar role within a manufacturing, industrial, or production environment. Deep expertise in financial management areas such as controlling, FP&A, cash flow management, and working capital optimization is essential. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of operational and commercial business drivers and previous experience in operational leadership roles. A hands-on, results-oriented approach, with the ability to drive change and deliver measurable improvements, is a must. Experience working with shareholders, private equity investors, or boards is a plus, and fluency in English is required. The role demands a leader who is open to working on-site and is prepared for a high-impact, interim assignment with the potential for extension based on business requirements and project outcomes.