Chief Financial Officer - CFO (Contract)

About the Role A fast-growing European CDMO is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to lead financial strategy and operations across its multi-site manufacturing network. With a focus on growth, M&A integration, and operational efficiency, the CFO will play a key role in driving performance in a regulated and fast-paced industry. This position reports directly to the CEO and works closely with investors and senior leadership. Key Responsibilities Define and execute group-wide financial strategy and long-term planning Lead consolidation and reporting across multiple entities (IFRS/local GAAP) Optimize COGS, gross margin, and operational KPIs Ensure compliance with tax, audit, and pharmaceutical regulatory standards Manage cash flow, treasury, and working capital performance Support M&A transactions and private equity engagement Lead finance teams in Germany and Austria and scale the function with growth Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, quality, and supply chain leads Requirements ~10+ years of finance leadership experience, ideally in CDMO, pharma, biotech, or FMCG ~ Deep understanding of GMP environments and cost-accounting in manufacturing ~ Proven ERP system expertise and digital transformation exposure ~ Experience in M&A integration or private equity-backed settings is a strong plus ~ CPA, ACA, CFA, or equivalent preferred ~ Fluency in German and English required