International CFO
Finance Transformation Governance & Value Creation

Building finance functions that enable profitable growth, disciplined governance, and confident decision-making in complex, multi-entity organisations.

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About Ralf H. Keess

An international finance leader with over 25 years’ experience across Europe’s complex markets.

Leadership Style
Professional Background

Focused on clarity, ownership, and pragmatism, Ralf leads finance transformations with discretion and precision.

Services

Senior finance leadership tailored for complex European businesses.

Interim CFO
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A professional in a modern office reviewing financial reports with a cityscape visible through the window.

Providing interim CFO and finance director roles for transitional leadership.

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Close-up of hands analyzing financial data on a tablet during a board meeting.
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A sleek workspace with multiple screens showing ERP and performance dashboards.
Finance Transformation

Implementing ERP, reporting, and governance improvements with precision.

FP&A, cash flow, and working capital management for sustained control.

FP&A & Control

Pearson

Led finance transformation for multinational education group.

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Boardroom meeting with finance leaders discussing transformation strategy.
Ashfield Inizio

Directed finance integration and reporting overhaul post-acquisition, improving clarity and control across European subsidiaries.

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Finance team collaborating over reports in a modern office setting.
Oracle Cloud

Spearheaded Oracle Cloud ERP implementation, enhancing real-time financial insights and governance in a complex multi-entity environment.

Experience Overview

Over 25 years leading finance in multinational and PE-backed companies across Europe, specialising in transformation and governance.

Roles

Interim & Fractional CFO

Driving effective finance leadership tailored to client needs.

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Photo of a professional office setting with financial reports and a laptop open, symbolising senior finance leadership.
Finance Transformation

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