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A fast-growing and internationally active technology company, recognized for its innovation in software solutions, is seeking a Finance Director (m/f/d) to join its leadership team in Coimbra. Operating in a hybrid work model, the company is at the forefront of digital transformation and large-scale software deployment across global markets.
Your New Role
Reporting directly to the CEO and working closely with the executive team, your responsibilities will include:
- Leading financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes.
- Ensuring compliance with national and international financial and tax regulations.
- Managing the financial control team and promoting a culture of performance and accountability.
- Identifying and managing funding opportunities, including R&D incentives and innovation grants.
- Supporting procurement strategy and leading negotiations for major purchases.
- Developing and monitoring KPIs and financial models to support strategic decisions.
- Overseeing audits, risk management, and corporate governance.
- Driving digital transformation within financial operations through automation tools.
- Contributing to the company’s ESG strategy by aligning financial decisions with sustainability goals.
What You Need to Succeed
We are looking for a finance professional with:
- A degree in Economics, Finance, Management, or related fields.
- 10+ years of experience in financial leadership roles.
- Proven experience as a Finance Director, CFO, or similar, preferably in the technology sector.
- Strong knowledge of Portuguese and European tax regulations, especially R&D and innovation incentives.
- Solid understanding of international accounting standards.
- Strategic thinking combined with a hands-on, execution-oriented mindset.
- Excellent leadership and communication skills.
- Fluency in English.
- Availability to work in a hybrid model based in Coimbra.
What the Company Offers
- Integration into a high-impact, innovation-driven company with a global footprint.
- A collaborative and forward-thinking leadership team.
- Opportunities to influence strategic direction and contribute to sustainable growth.
- A dynamic work environment with access to cutting-edge technologies and large-scale projects.
Next step
If you are interested in this opportunity, please send us your updated CV. If you are looking for a different kind of professional challenge, contact us to discuss other career opportunities, always in complete confidentiality.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Director
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Information Technology and Accounting/Auditing
* Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting and IT System Data Services
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