01/16/2026 updated
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Finance Transformation Partner, Interim CFO & Value Creation Operator
Madrid, Spain
Worldwide
CFA and CAIA CharterholderAbout me
Senior finance transformation and value creation leader with 10+ years in PE and VC-backed companies. Expert in scaling finance, driving EBITDA and cash flow, supporting M&A and exits, and partnering with CEOs and boards. CFA and CAIA Charterholder.
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- Financial Analysis and Strategy - Expertise in optimizing financial strategies, streamlining operations, and driving sustainable growth across various business environments.
- Venture Capital and Private Equity - Extensive experience in venture capital and private equity, coupled with a background as a seasoned co-founder.
- Financial Planning and Modeling - Proficiency in financial planning, forecasting, and modeling to support revenue growth and improve cash flow efficiency.
- Strategic Management - Ability to provide strategic insight and innovative thinking to foster growth and competitiveness.
- Accounting and Financial Reporting - Knowledge of GAAP and IFRS, stakeholder management, and financial reporting practices.
- Mergers & Acquisitions - Experience in M&A integration, financial structuring, and investor relations across various sectors.
- Cash Flow Management - Expertise in optimizing liquidity planning and working capital strategies.
- Investment Analysis - Skilled in conducting thorough investment analysis to support decision-making processes.
Languages
GermanFluentEnglishNative speakerSpanishNative speaker
Project history
As Director of Finance at Kreative Tech Ventures, a diversified holding of SaaS and marketplace companies operating across Europe, I oversee the financial strategy, operations, and performance management of all subsidiaries. I lead a finance team covering FP&A, accounting, and taxes, ensuring robust financial governance and scalability across the group.
- Achieved breakeven in 2 out of 3 geographies within 8 months by optimizing pricing, cost structures, and unit economics.
- Created the group’s holding structure, consolidating +4 operating entities under a unified governance and reporting framework - resulting in more efficient intercompany funding flows and a improvement in overall tax and administrative efficiency.
- Partnered with the tech team to modernize billing and revenue recognition processes, automating invoicing and integrating payment systems across marketplaces — cutting billing errors by 40%.
- Led the refinancing and optimization of the group’s capital structure, strengthening liquidity, extending maturities, and improving financial flexibility to support long-term growth.
Unlock your company’s financial growth.
Finance Transformation Partner and Value Creation Operator supporting PE and VC-backed companies from Series Seed to Series C, as well as portfolio businesses post-acquisition.
I work with founders, CEOs, and investment teams to professionalize finance, accelerate decision-making, and materially increase enterprise value. My mandates go beyond running finance. I design and execute scalable finance operating models that directly support growth, profitability, and exit readiness.
Selected impact
- Led finance transformation and value creation initiatives for 10+ PE and VC-backed companies.
- Raised €150M+ across equity and debt from Seed to Series C.
- Delivered EBITDA expansion of 5–15% through operational and pricing initiatives.
- Reduced month-end close from 20 to 5 business days via finance automation.
- Extended runway by 4–6 months through cash flow and working capital optimization.
- Ensured US GAAP, IFRS, and local GAAP compliance across multi-country environments.
Industries include fintech, SaaS, marketplaces, e-commerce, manufacturing, energy, healthcare, logistics, retail, and deep tech. Engagements across EMEA, US & LATAM.
As Director of Finance at Arcadea Group operating remotely from Germany, I have been responsible for overseeing the financial performance and strategic direction of distinct portfolio companies spread across EMEA and North America.
- Led annual budgeting and quarterly rolling forecasts for 4 portfolio companies (€2–9M ARR each), achieving 95% forecast accuracy and aligning them with Arcadea’s €500M long-term investment strategy.
- Partnered with CEOs to define and track 20+ KPIs across finance, operations, and commercial functions, driving EBITDA margin improvements of 8% in under 12 months.
- Drove M&A integration projects and investment portfolio management, ensuring compliance with local GAAP, IFRS, and Arcadea frameworks.
- Owned unit economics and valuation reporting, leading portfolio steering sessions that optimized pricing, reduced churn by 6%, and improved capital allocation.
- Implemented management reporting packs, cutting reporting time from 15 to 6 days and enhancing transparency for board and PE stakeholders.