Group Chief Financial Officer (CFO) - Private Equity backed - Technology Buy & BuildLocation: Belgium or abroad, remote work possibleReports to: CEO & Private Equity SponsorAbout the CompanyFor one of our clients, a recently launched, entrepreneurial and private equity backed technology platform (2M-5M EBITDA), we are seeking to appoint a Group CFO. The CFO will be an integral part of the founding team, participating to the entire buy & build journey and providing financial leadership through to the next stages of growth.The RoleAs Group CFO, you will act as the CEO and sponsor’s strategic finance partner, with full responsibility for consolidation, integration, cash & capital, and controls. You will play a central role in building a scalable finance function, leading M&A, and ultimately ensuring a smooth and successful exit.Key ResponsibilitiesYear 1 — Stabilize & StandardizeEstablish a single source of truth in Odoo, aligning the chart of accounts and finance policies.Drive a faster and more reliable monthly close process.Deliver board-ready reporting with covenant and cash discipline.Lead post-merger integration across entities.Years 2–3 — Scale & Finance the PlanLead bolt-on M&A from diligence through integration.Shape the financing strategy, including refinancing, capital structure optimization, and FX.Build scalable shared services (AP/AR/T&E) and performance analytics to unlock growth and cash.Years 4–5 — Prepare & Deliver the ExitPartner with the CEO and sponsor on exit readiness — equity story, long-range planning, and clean due diligence preparation.Coordinate with advisors to deliver a no-surprises sell-side process.Ensure strong forward-looking performance to maximize valuation.The profile soughtWe are looking for an experienced finance leader who thrives in fast-paced, PE-backed environments and has successfully guided businesses through growth, integration, and exit.Must-have experienceCFO or senior finance leader (#2) in a private equity–owned company, with a track record of delivering sponsor-level reporting.Hands-on experience with group consolidation across multiple entities and currencies (EU + US).Proven expertise in cash forecasting, debt covenant management, banking relationships, and FX.Strong background in finance policies, controls, and operational execution.Experience leading and developing small, international finance teams.Nice-to-have experienceOdoo (or ERP rollout/consolidation).Post-acquisition integration.Industry background in B2B SaaS, data, or tech-enabled services.Familiarity with EU VAT and US sales tax.Building shared services and BI/reporting frameworks.
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