CFO, VC-backed Quantum Computer Manufacturing Company on IPO track, Munich, or Helsinki
PER, Private Equity Recruitment
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Posted: 19-Jun-24
Location: Munich, Germany
Type: Full-time
Internal Number: 20766391
About our client
Our client is a global leader in building quantum computers, backed by well-known Venture Capital investors. They provide on-premises quantum computers for supercomputing centres and research labs, offering full access to their hardware. Additionally, they offer cloud-based solutions for their customers. For industrial clients, they deliver quantum advantage through a unique application-specific, co-design approach.
With one of the largest teams of top-tier experts in quantum hardware engineering, they are now seeking a CFO to join their management team and contribute to their ambitious growth trajectory towards an IPO. Headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, they also maintain a base in Munich, Germany, and have subsidiaries worldwide. The position can be based either in Helsinki or Munich. What the job involves
Serve as a strategic business partner to the CEO and executive leadership team, collaborating closely to drive the company's financial success
Develop, oversee, and manage finance and controlling functions both at the headquarter and subsidiary levels
Lead, structure, and grow a diverse and high-performing team of financial professionals within a dynamic, rapidly growing organization
Enhance financial models and metrics to provide critical support for management in shaping the company's strategy and executing action plans
Deliver accurate and insightful financial information and comprehensive group reporting to guide business performance and strategic decision-making
Establish and implement robust corporate governance and risk mitigation practices
Engage in budget planning and forecasting, as well as cash and liquidity management
Drive and support funding and financing processes
Take the lead on possible IPO-exit - IPO-readiness, IPO-track story, and execution
Play a key role in managing investor relations
Educate and empower leaders and teams across the company on financial matters
Act as the main point of contact for auditors, tax advisors, legal counsels, and other external stakeholders, ensuring seamless communication and compliance
Who we are looking for
University degree in economics, finance, accounting, or related disciplines
Significant experience as a CFO in a technology and hardware manufacturing company, ideally in the deep tech sector, with a solid track record in supporting management in financial planning, forecasting and analysis in a global business setting
Extensive capital markets expertise with a proven track record in financing and funding operations as well as in preparing and executing IPOs
Skilled in optimizing financial strategies and instruments for capital-intensive enterprises
Wide-ranging experience across finance and controlling functions within multinational, publicly listed companies is welcome
Experience in a company listed in the US with a headquarter outside the US is a benefit
Previous experience within a growth or start-up environment is seen as a valuable asset
Proven track record of leading a team through transformation
Ability to think strategically, see the big picture, and turn plans into action
Hands-on mentality with strategic approach
Management skills in terms of the ability to multi-task, prioritize, set, and meet deadlines
Ability to interface with Board members in a VC-backed company
Excellent influencing and negotiation skills with the ability to communicate clearly verbally and in written in English; other languages are a benefit (e.g. German, French)
