231 – Interim CFO – Global Tax

About Our Client:

Our client is a leading global automotive manufacturing group with approximately €3 billion in annual revenue and a workforce of 35,000 employees across 17 production sites in Europe, and the USA. The organization is navigating a complex international tax environment and is seeking to optimize its tax structures to enhance financial efficiency and compliance. This presents a unique opportunity for an experienced interim CFO to lead a strategic tax optimization initiative within a dynamic, multinational context.

Project Description:

We are offering an interim management opportunity for a seasoned Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead a 6–9 month project focused on tax optimization and financial restructuring. The role is based in Europe and involves frequent international travel to oversee operations and collaborate with global teams. Approximately 30–40% remote work is possible, providing flexibility while ensuring effective on-site engagement. Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and optimize the group’s global tax structure, ensuring compliance with international tax laws and regulations.
• Develop and implement strategies for transfer pricing, aligning with OECD guidelines and mitigating risks associated with base erosion and profit shifting (BEPS).
• Oversee the preparation and consolidation of financial statements in accordance with IFRS, ensuring accuracy and transparency.
• Collaborate with legal and operational teams to navigate regulatory frameworks and implement effective governance structures.
• Identify opportunities for tax reliefs and incentives, particularly within the EU operational framework, to enhance financial performance.
• Lead initiatives to improve financial reporting systems, ensuring timely and accurate information flow across the organization.
• Advise on risk management strategies related to tax and financial operations, ensuring the group’s resilience in a volatile economic environment.

Interim Manager Required Skills:

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Extensive experience as a CFO or senior finance executive within a global manufacturing environment, preferably in the automotive sector.
• In-depth knowledge of international tax compliance, transfer pricing, and IFRS.
• Proven track record in tax optimization and navigating complex regulatory frameworks across multiple jurisdictions.
• Strong understanding of EU tax incentives and the ability to leverage them effectively.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to manage cross-functional teams and drive strategic initiatives.
• Fluency in English; German proficiency is highly desirable.
• CPA certification or equivalent is highly beneficial.
• Availability to commit to a 6–9 month interim assignment, with flexibility for international travel as required.

Type of Assignment:

• Interim

Scope of Interim Assignment:

• Tax Optimization & Financial Restructuring

Functional Area of the Interim Manager:

• Finance

Location:

• Germany

Duration:

• 6-9 Months

Start Date:

• June 2025