Chief Financial Officer - Radiography Systems

Baker Hughes; Greater London; On-site; GBP 200,000 +; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in the UK is seeking a highly skilled Chief Financial Officer to lead financial strategies and operations for its Radiography Systems unit. The successful candidate will have an advanced degree in finance, substantial experience as a CFO in complex organizations, and a strong grasp of US GAAP and IFRS. This role involves overseeing budgeting and forecasting, managing financial risks, and leading a high-performing team to ensure profitability and operational success throughout the business.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated success as a CFO or senior finance leader in a complex organization.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS, and relevant tax regulations.
• Proven experience managing complex financial operations globally.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive financial strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Lead and mentor a high-performing finance team.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
• Lead and strengthen a high-performing finance team.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Management

Risk Management

Analytical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Fluency in English and German

Education

Advanced degree in finance, accounting, or a related field

Tools

Oracle

SAP

Hyperion

Job description

Baker Hughes is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the financial strategy and operations of our Radiography Systems business unit in Wunstorf, Germany. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a proven track record in driving financial performance, managing complex financial operations, and leading high-performing teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a visible business leader and strategic partner to the CEO and leadership team, influencing commercial, operational, and organizational strategies.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive financial strategy aligned with business objectives, profitability, and cash flow targets.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and key KPI dashboards to ensure accurate performance tracking and long-term success.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, internal controls, and lead the annual audit process.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate financial, operational, currency, and credit-related risks through effective risk management frameworks.
• Lead, mentor, and strengthen a high-performing finance team, driving a collaborative, results-oriented culture and attracting top talent.
  

Qualifications and Experience

• Advanced degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
• Demonstrated success as a CFO or senior finance leader within a technology-focused or similarly complex organization.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS, and relevant tax regulations.
• Proven experience managing complex financial operations in a global business environment.
• Proficiency with systems such as Oracle, SAP, and Hyperion, combined with excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels; fluency in English and German is essential.
  

About Baker Hughes

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