CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Pubblicato il 07-09-2026 - Rochester Executive in Vicenza
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER (FOOD Retail Sector, PE Ptf Co)
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER(FOOD Retail Sector, PE Ptf Co)
The Client:
Our Client is undisclosed.
They are mid-sized company of c.€50m in revenues operating in FMCG, which is being acquired by a leading PE fund.
Specifically, they operate within a growing niche of the food sector, with internal R&D; and manufacturing, and a diversified distribution encompassing products under their own brand as well as third parties, with a significant share of exports.
They have positive business KPIs, and the potential for a significant growth, under the guidance of a newly appointed CEO who comes across with relevant track-record of success. The plans for the next strategic trajectory imply a dynamic equity story, where Finance will be pivotal to sustain the business.
The Role:
The new role of CFO is required to shape and support growth, both in Italy and across international markets, both organic and inorganic. The role is strategic and is designed to report solid line to the CEO.
The key goals will be:
- Come across with track and credibility on one side, and a hands-on leadership style on the other, to establish trust with both the CEO and Shareholders, and deliver impact in setting up finance, as a key partner to the business;
- Implement systems and process to ensure regular flow of information, their integrity, with full domain of all technical topics;
- Position Finance as a go-to-function, a partner able to communicate effectively at all levels, addressing consistent dialogue upwards on one side, and fixing things at all levels on the other.
Position – Specific responsibilities & critical priorities:
- Establish the Finance function , as a function able to:
- Quickly implement an effective, disciplined financial view able to assist the CEO; develop a controlled environment through solid knowledge of all domains: Controlling, Accounting, and Treasury
- Design necessary processes within finance, yet engaging people across