Chief Financial Officer (CFO)/ Finance Business Partner - France | Salary Flexible

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)/ Finance Business Partner – France | Salary Flexible

I am looking for a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join a fast-growing international business currently generating €600M revenue, with ambitious plans to scale to €1B in the coming years. Based in France with hybrid working (2–3 days per week in-office), this is an exceptional opportunity to lead a large finance function through a period of rapid growth and transformation.

 

The Role

In this role, you will:

Lead and inspire a finance team of 30–40 professionals across France.Oversee all statutory reporting, compliance, and financial governance.Deliver financial planning, forecasting, and business partnering to drive performance.Translate numbers into meaningful insights, actions, and strategies that move the business forward.Partner closely with the leadership team, supporting decision-making and ensuring accountability.Build a high-performance culture within the finance function, coaching and developing teams at all levels.

 

About You

I am looking for someone with:

Fluent French and English (essential).At least 10 years in senior finance leadership, ideally in consumer-facing sectors such as food, retail, or hospitality.A proven background in controlling, statutory reporting, and financial planning.Experience leading large finance teams (20+ people).A dynamic, hands-on leadership style – able to “coach up” as well as lead from the front.Track record of supporting businesses through rapid growth, transformation, or integration phases.ERP / SAP experience is an advantage.

 

What’s on Offer

A flexible, competitive salary package tailored to experience.Hybrid working model (2–3 days per week).A major leadership role in a business scaling from €600M to €1B.Significant influence on strategy, culture, and performance.A dynamic, international environment where finance drives the business forward.

 

For more details or to apply, please contact Clay at COREcruitment: clay@corecruitment.com