Junior CFO / Head of Finance

Location: Bonn, Germany

Sector: Software - Technology

Private Equity-backed

Budget : 80,000 EUR to 100,000 EUR

We are partnering with a high-growth, PE-backed Software - technology platform seeking a Head of Finance with a clear and structured progression to CFO within 4-5 years.

This is a career-defining opportunity for a high-performing finance professional (6–7 years’ experience) with a background in Controlling, FP&A, M&A, transaction services, who is ready to step into a full leadership role and build towards a C-suite position.

It operates as a key platform within a larger European Software Business. The organisation is entering its next phase of integration, optimisation, and strategic expansion under strong Private Equity backing.

This is not a traditional reporting role. It is a strategic and operational finance leadership position, offering:

• Full ownership of finance operations in Germany
• Integration of two legacy finance functions
• Leadership of budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
• Direct involvement in M&A, bolt-on acquisitions, and integration
• Business partnering with senior commercial leadership
• Active exposure to PE stakeholders and group leadership

You will build the finance infrastructure required for scale, professionalise reporting, and act as a strategic sounding board to the management.

Over time, the mandate will expand into full P&L ownership and ultimately CFO responsibilities as a succession plan in the next 3-5 years.

Why This Role is Different

• Clear, credible pathway to CFO – succession planning already aligned
• Direct exposure to private equity and board-level decision-making
• Real transformation environment (post-merger integration + growth)
• Backed by a well-established Private Equity firm
• High autonomy and genuine influence over business strategy

This is designed for someone who wants to accelerate into a C-suite role rather than remain in a specialist track.

Ideal Profile

• 6–7 years’ experience in M&A, transaction services, Big 4 deals, or Controlling and FP&A
• Strong financial modelling and commercial acumen
• Experience in PE-backed, technology, or financial services environments is advantageous
• Ambitious, high-energy, and comfortable operating with senior stakeholders
• Fluent German and English

If interested, feel free to apply directly or email me at [email protected] with your CV and let's get talking.