CFO

Chief Financial Officer (CFO) - Retail Sector

We are supporting a fast-growing, innovative company in the retail industry. They are looking to hire an experienced CFO to join their senior leadership team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the financial strategy and overseeing various critical financial operations to ensure the company's sustainable growth and profitability. This position reports directly to the CEO and will play a key role in shaping the company's financial future.

Location: Zürich

Permanent position or ad interim

Workload: 100%

Start date: ASAP

Contact: Francesca De Chirico

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Strategy & Control: Lead the development and execution of financial strategies to drive long-term profitability and growth.
• Liquidity & Risk Management: Oversee financial flows, manage cash flow effectively, and ensure mitigation of financial risks.
• Accounting & Compliance: Ensure efficient accounting operations, adherence to local financial regulations, and the preparation of accurate financial statements.
• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Establish transparent financial reporting processes for the leadership team and investors, providing actionable insights and recommendations.
• Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A): Manage the integration of acquired assets, optimizing financial systems, and reporting structures.
• Process Optimization & Digital Transformation: Enhance ERP, financial, and logistics systems to improve operational efficiency.

Skills and Experience:

• Proven experience as a CFO or in a senior financial role, ideally within the retail sector.
• Strong background in M&A and post-merger integration.
• Experience in financial controlling, accounting, liquidity planning, and tax management.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and financial software optimization or integration.
• Strong strategic mindset, with the ability to take a hands-on approach to operations.
• Experience in e-commerce is a plus.
• A higher degree in business administration or related fields.
• German mother tongue or C1, English fluent

What We Offer:

• A key leadership role in a dynamic company offering significant opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• An exciting opportunity to shape the financial direction of a growing business in the retail sector.
• Competitive salary with a performance-based bonus structure.
• A motivated, collaborative team environment with quick decision-making processes.

If you're interested in this exciting opportunity, please send your application. We look forward to hearing from you.