Cajo Technologies - CFO

Avila; Vantaa; Hybrid; EUR 80 000 - 120 000; Full time

Job summary

An industrial technology start-up in Finland is seeking an experienced CFO to manage financial strategies and oversee accounting operations. The role involves significant responsibilities in financial management, analysis, and stakeholder coordination, along with a flexible hybrid working model. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in finance leadership, particularly in growth-stage companies.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as CFO or senior finance leader in a technology or industrial company.
• Strong technical expertise in financial modeling and due diligence.
• Excellent communication skills in English, Finnish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting and reporting at Group level.
• Prepare annual budget and financial forecasts.
• Coordinate key stakeholders like owners and auditors.

Skills

CFO experience

Financial modeling

English communication

Understanding of financial regulations

M&A experience

Job description

Cajo Technologies is now looking for a highly strategic and execution-focused CFO to join their management team. This is a key leadership role with responsibility for Group-level financial management, accounting and management reporting, KPI harmonization, and analysis of operations and business models. The CFO will also play a key role building financial discipline, driving investor confidence, and ensuring Cajo Technologies is positioned for a successful future.

If you want to be part of a growth journey where sustainability meets industrial innovation, this is the role for you.

Basic Information

• Location: Cajo’s office in Kempele (HQ) or Vantaa
• Remote work: Flexible hybrid model that can be tailored based on both Cajo’s and your needs
• Travelling: Willingness to travel is required
• Permanent, full-time role

Key Responsibilities and Main Tasks

• Oversee internal and external accounting and reporting.
• Manage internal support functions and financial processes across the Group.
• Prepare the annual budget and financial forecasts, together with the management.
• Conduct forward looking financial analysis of the company’s business units and functions, with a focus on profitability, margins, pricing, and business model development.
• Member of the management team
• Play a central role in M&A processes including evaluation, execution, and integration.
• Act as a regular participant in Board meetings with responsibility for financial reporting and M&A processes, and acting as secretary to the Board.
• Coordinate key stakeholders: owners, group accounting firms, financing partners, auditors, banks, regulators, and international subsidiaries.

Knowledge and Skills

• Proven experience as CFO, VP of Finance, or senior finance leader in a growth-stage technology or industrial company, ideally in Finland or broader Europe.
• Direct experience with M&A transactions.
• Strong technical expertise in financial modeling, due diligence, and valuation.
• Deep understanding of Finnish and EU financial regulations and compliance requirements.
• Track record of working with global investors, strategic partners, and other stakeholders.
• Entrepreneurial, hands-on approach with the ability to balance detail orientation and big-picture strategy.
• Excellent English communication skills, Finnish a plus.

This is a rare opportunity to join a Finland-based industrial technology start-up at a pivotal point in its journey. As CFO, you will play a key role in shaping the company’s strategy, and ensuring Cajo Technologies achieves successful growth in the future.

Apply by 5.10.2025 at the latest by sending your CV and salary request. For more information about the position, please contact Avila's recruitment consultant Linda Tuominen, [e-mail].