Chief Financial Officer

Job Description

Mantell Associates is partnered with a rapidly expanding global CDMO specialising in drug substance and drug product services across small molecules and biologics. They are seeking an experienced and strategic Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

Reporting to the CEO and serving as a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, the CFO will define and execute financial strategy, drive sustainable growth and strengthen financial operations in support of global expansion. This role offers a rare opportunity to influence high‑impact decisions and help scale a market‑leading organisation within the life sciences manufacturing sector.

• Lead all aspects of financial management, including financial planning & analysis, accounting, treasury, tax, and financial reporting
• Define and implement financial strategy to support ambitious growth targets, optimise capital structure, and enhance profitability
• Partner with executive leadership on strategic planning, business development, investments, pricing strategy and risk management
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting and performance monitoring across multiple legal entities and international operations
• Drive financial systems and process improvements to ensure robust controls, scalable operations and compliance with local and international regulatory requirements
• Provide financial leadership in M&A activities, joint ventures and strategic partnerships
• Build, mentor and lead a high‑performing finance organisation

• Master’s degree or equivalent in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related discipline; professional qualification (CPA, ACCA, CFA) highly preferred
• Proven track record as a CFO or senior finance leader, ideally within CDMO, pharmaceutical manufacturing, biotech or related industrial sectors
• Strong strategic mindset with experience scaling finance functions through periods of growth and transformation
• Deep understanding of global financial reporting, compliance, risk management and multi‑jurisdictional operations
• Experience with ERP implementations, financial modelling and capital markets engagement advantageous
• Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills with the ability to influence executive and board‑level decisions
• Fluent in English; proficiency in French and/or Dutch is a plus

Mantell Associates is a specialist Pharmaceutical and Life Science headhunting firm. For more information on this opportunity, contact us at +44 (0).

Executive

Full‑time

Finance, General Business, and Strategy/Planning

Biotechnology Research, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, and Chemical Manufacturing