Chief Financial Officer

Pracovní nabídka

CDB Cargo is filling the role as Chief Financial Officer (f/m/d) in Czechia. In this position, you are leading the company from a financial perspective and will be responsible for the financial, risk and administrative management activities, including strategic planning, accounting, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting and procurement. One of your key responsibilities in this role as CFO and appointed Managing Director is to partner with the CEO and act as a substantial part of the Management Team while being closely aligned with the DB Cargo Polska and DB Cargo Headquarters in Mainz/Germany. You are in charge of achieving the financial and strategic targets in addition to the main goals set for DB Cargo Czechia to preserve company assets and report accurate financial results.

Main Responsibilities

• Derive, implement and execute the financial strategy of DB Cargo Czechia in consideration of legal requirements and tax-related specifications, shaping the holistic goals set complying with regulatory necessities as well as DB standards and processes
• Continuous development, implementation, and responsibility for the internal control system (ICS) to ensure efficient, effective and legally compliant business processes
• Accountable for the reporting and planning process, risk management, financial analyses, including profitability of investments and major projects and growth potential identification with the joint support of relevant stakeholders
• Ensure the economic results, overseeing political, environmental, economic and compliance risks and operate the respective group wide information process
• Steer, manage and evaluate the financial performance, liquidity planning, financial statements, status reports, short-, middle- and long-term planning as well as other decisions related to the commercial management Derive strategic and operational recommendations and provide relevant business information to all relevant internal and external stakeholders
• Manage the consistent operation, support and development of the financial IT system landscape to provide critical commercial and operational information: Initiate and implement process automation and IT improvement programs in the area of responsibility
• Mentor, guide and inspire the assigned teams and ensure the overall leadership, workforce allocation, development and performance. Set up and manage a state-of-threat working environment

The Candidate Profile

• University degree in Commercial Management, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or related disciplines
• At least 5 years in senior management positions in a comparable environment
• Extensive experience infinancial and accounting management (local Czech and IFRS standards)
• Strong focus on business, costs, and processes with an emphasis on transformation and performance
• Experience and understanding of advanced accounting, regulatory issues, and tax planning
• Strong personal attitude, fact-based leadership, and service orientation
• Ability to shape the future direction of the future business
• Willingness to travel within Europe

Personal Qualities, Skills and Experience in Detail

• Extensive track record in developing, leading and motivating teams to outstanding levels of performance paired with the ability of empathy and remarkable interpersonal skills
• Deep understanding of and experience in managing all aspects of Finance/Controlling activities, including e.g. structured planning, organizational and performance management, intercompany charging and transfer pricing
• Ability to develop and implement long-term strategies for the financial, risk and administrative management activities, along with short- and mid-term plans
• Expertise in managing and influencing matrix structures and interfaces from a service and business development perspective; Experience in initiating and implementing change, especially related to the market dynamics and restructuring processes
• Competence in partnering with relevant internal and external stakeholders on all matters related to financial strategy, a track record of promoting transparency and engagement as well as providing relevant information on financial strategies to the Board
• Mindset, driven by strong problem-solving skills, in addition to a hands-on mentality and result-oriented actions
• Exceptional, transparent and direct communication skills tailored to different levels of an organization
• Fluency in Czech and English is a must, additional European languages like German are desirable