Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Musixmatch; Bologna; Ibrido; EUR 100.000 - 150.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading music metadata company in Bologna is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to drive financial strategy and operational excellence. You will lead the finance team in delivering strategic insights and accurate reporting while overseeing revenue accounting systems and M&A activities. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience, particularly within technology or media, and strong knowledge of Italian accounting standards. This role offers remote working options and a flexible schedule.

Servizi

Flexible holiday plan

Remote working, flexible schedule

Home office setup

Top-class tech and equipment

Company-wide retreat once per year

Competenze

• 10+ years of finance experience, with 3+ years in senior FP&A roles.
• Deep expertise in revenue accounting, preferably in media or music.
• Native Italian proficiency and strong understanding of local regulations.

Mansioni

• Lead comprehensive financial planning & analysis.
• Establish and oversee revenue accounting systems.
• Maintain investor relationships and prepare board materials.
• Implement AI-driven financial analytics tools.
• Lead financial due diligence and valuation for M&A.
• Mentor and develop the finance team.

Conoscenze

Financial planning & analysis

Revenue accounting

Italian accounting standards

ERP systems

Leadership

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics

MBA or professional certifications (CPA, ACCA)

Descrizione del lavoro

ABOUT MUSIXMATCH:

Musixmatch is the leading music metadata company, featuring the world’s largest lyrics catalog and a community of over 80M contributors. Musixmatch is the trusted global partner of companies like Spotify, Apple, Amazon Music, Meta, Google, MTV, Shazam, Vevo, Tidal, Snapchat and has a partnership with more than 100,000 music publishers including Sony/ Music Publishing, Universal Music Publishing, Warner/Chappell, Kobalt, BMG Rights, and the Harry Fox Agency.

We are a bunch of creatives who care about our work and what we do. We believe that participation and collaboration are key to getting things done well. We are looking for tech‑savvy people who are eager to learn in a fast‑paced environment, who have an international outlook on life, and who love taking on new challenges.

Position:

As Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at Musixmatch, you will partner with our CEO to drive financial strategy, planning, and operational excellence across the organization. You will lead the finance team in delivering accurate reporting, strategic insights, and investor communications while supporting growth initiatives, eventual M&A activities, and the long‑term financial positioning of the company. This role offers the opportunity to influence executive decision‑making, optimize financial performance, and shape the company’s strategic trajectory in both Italian and global markets.

What you will do:

• Lead comprehensive financial planning & analysis (FP&A), including monthly and quarterly reporting, variance analysis, KPI dashboards, and long‑term strategic modeling to support executive decision‑making.
• Establish and oversee robust revenue accounting systems, controls, and processes for complex music industry revenue streams.
• Maintain investor relationships, prepare board materials, and deliver accurate financial reporting for shareholders.
• Implement advanced AI‑driven financial analytics and automation tools to improve forecasting, cost allocation, and revenue calculations.
• Apply deep knowledge of Italian business practices, regulations, and market dynamics while integrating international best practices and maintaining global stakeholder relationships.
• Lead financial due diligence, valuation, and deal structuring for M&A, partnerships, and strategic investments.
• Drive preparation and execution of exit strategies alongside CEO and TPG, including company valuation, buyer identification, and transaction structuring.
• Manage, mentor, and develop the finance team to build capabilities and support organizational growth.

Requirements:

• 10+ years of progressive finance experience, including 3+ years in senior FP&A leadership roles, preferably at a high‑growth technology company (€50M+ revenue).
• Deep expertise in revenue accounting, ideally within the entertainment, media, or music industry.
• Native or near‑native Italian language proficiency and strong understanding of Italian accounting standards and regulations.
• International business experience and familiarity with global financial practices.
• Hands‑on experience with ERP systems, reporting tools, and technology‑driven finance transformations.
• Previous experience in a Private Equity (PE)-backed company.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics; MBA or professional certifications (CPA, ACCA) preferred.
• Proven ability to operate in fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environments with high growth expectations.
• Demonstrated experience managing and developing finance teams.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Flexible holiday plan
• Remote working, flexible schedule
• Home office setup
• Top‑class tech and equipment
• Company‑wide retreat once per year
• Exposure to all parts of the business — your work actually matters!

DISCLAIMER:

Due to the significant amount of applications we receive, unfortunately, it is not possible to answer every applicant, thus if you have not received a response from us, please be patient. We assure you that we will contact you should you be selected to move forward in the recruitment process. We would therefore like to thank all applicants for their interest and time.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.