Junior CFO (m/w/d) Private Equity in Malta
With over 450 majority stakes and an average fivefold return on capital invested, AUCTUS Capital Partners AG is the most successful private equity firm in the German-speaking world. Our 35-member team in Munich, Milan, and Warsaw consistently delivers the highest returns of any European private equity fund. With our focus on buy-and-build platforms, we have built dozens of market leaders in Germany and Europe—we create market leaders!
Your role:
As a Junior CFO, you will support the financial management of various portfolio companies within the AUCTUS Group. In this role, you will take on responsibility early on and develop into a key liaison between the investment team, external advisors, and the operating companies.
A particular focus of the role is on accounting, corporate governance, and the management of international investment structures. The position is aimed at candidates with a strong aptitude for numbers who wish to develop toward CFO and executive management responsibilities in the long term.
Your tasks:
Serving as managing director of several fund vehicles within the group
Responsibility for the day-to-day accounting and documentation of investments and equity transactions
Assistance in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
Management and oversight of holding companies and portfolio companies
Coordination of external auditors, tax advisors, and legal counsel
Assistance with corporate law issues and corporate governance matters
Cash management, liquidity planning, and treasury tasks
Collaboration on financing, M&A, and restructuring projects
Optimization and further development of reporting, accounting, and compliance processes
Your profile:
A bachelor’s or master’s degree in business administration, finance, accounting, law, or a comparable qualification
At least 3–5 years of relevant professional experience in accounting, audit, corporate services, finance, or legal
Ideally, professional experience at an audit firm (Big 4) or a corporate services provider
Strong understanding of accounting, corporate law, and corporate structures
Strong analytical skills and a high affinity for numbers
Structured, independent, and precise work style
Entrepreneurial mindset and interest in private equity
Fluent in English; German is a Plus
Willingness to assume leadership and management responsibilities in the long term
What we offer:
Immediate entry into the international environment of a leading European private equity investor
Early assumption of responsibility and direct contact with senior management
Broad range of responsibilities at the intersection of finance, legal, and investment management
International role based in Malta
Dynamic, entrepreneurial environment with short decision-making paths
Attractive compensation and long-term career development opportunities
Why Malta?:
Malta has established itself as a leading European hub for international holding, fund, and investment structures. This role offers the opportunity to take charge of international finance and governance issues in a dynamic environment while enjoying the high quality of life the location has to offer.
We look forward to receiving your application!
- Department
- Finance
- Locations
- AUCTUS Malta
- Remote status
- Hybrid
- Employment Type
- Permanent Employment
About AUCTUS Capital Partners AG
AUCTUS was founded in 2001 and is today the leading investment company for European SMEs. Through our buy-and-build strategies, we have created more market leaders than any other fund in Europe. As part of succession solutions, buy-and-build strategies and group spin-offs, we acquire majority stakes in medium-sized companies and/or provide equity for growth and acquisitions.