About Me

My Professional Background

Thomas Strobl
Interim CFO

Extensive Experience

With over three decades of experience in finance and leadership roles, spanning both established multinational corporations and small to medium-sized enterprises as well as startups, I have accumulated extensive expertise in financial management, restructuring, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), and strategic business leadership.

Diverse Social and Cultural Competence

My career reflects a versatile and dynamic journey across various industries and cultures, driven by my passion for innovation and entrepreneurial success.

Financial Expertise and Hands-On Mentality

Thanks to my extensive experience and professional expertise, I am capable of quickly adapting to various companies and task assignments, contributing positively to their financial development.

Current:

  • Interim CFO (Freelance)
    • Since May 2023
    • Specialized in Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises
    • Current assignment: CFO EMEA at Grammer AG, Ursensollen (Automotive)

Entrepreneurial Activity:

  • Co-Founder and Commercial Manager
    • LIPS and SKIN Aesthetic Medicine
    • Since April 2017

Past Positions:

  • CFO/Managing Director at Silgan Closures (Metal Packaging)
    • July 2015 – November 2022
  • Interim CFO at Anticimex (Industrial Services)
    • March 2015 – June 2015
  • Interim CFO at Heliocentris Energy Solutions AG (Software & Service)
    • February 2014 – September 2014
  • CFO BU Vehicle Control Systems at WABCO Holdings Inc. (Automotive)
    • December 2011 – December 2013
  • Interim Financial Controller at J.J. Sietas KG Schiffswerft GmbH & Co. (Shipbuilding)
    • September 2011 – November 2011
  • Managing Director at BOMAG Holding GmbH and BRAN + LUEBBE GmbH (Machinery & Equipment)
    • August 2005 – March 2011
  • CFO Europe/Managing Director of European Holding Co. at SPX FLOW, Inc. (Machinery & Equipment)
    • 2003 – 2011
  • Non-executive Director at HiSolutions AG (Software & Service)
    • 2000 – 2009
  • Interim CFO at Universal Music Group (Entertainment)
    • Juni 2002 – Juni 2003
  • Managing Partner at Krone mt GmbH (Corporate Finance)
    • 2002 – 2003
  • CEO at Lobster Technology Holding AG (Software & Service)
    • February 2000 – May 2002
  • Director of Finance at Reckitt (Consumer Goods)
    • 1995 – 2000
  • Financial Controller at Mars (Consumer Goods)
    • 1990 – 1995

Professional Debut:

  • Junior Auditor at EWB Wirtschaftsprüfungs- und Steuerberatungs GmbH (Audit)
    • 1988 – 1990