An introduction into Finance-Force AG, finance support from hands on individuals with experiences in both industry and big 4. Finance-Force AG supports its clients in establishing or developing a successful financial organization. The business is divided into five divisions aligned with its offerings: Finance and Controlling, Recruitment, Corporate Finance, Board Services and Corporate Services. A practical and implementation-oriented activity is one of the strengths of Finance-Force AG. All the staff bring a wealth of experience in leadership positions in finance functions. Benefit from our know-how.

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About Finance-Force AG
Finance-Force AG supports its clients in establishing or developing a
successful finance organization. The business is divided into five divisions
aligned with its offerings: Finance and Controlling, Recruitment, Corporate
Finance, Board Services and Corporate Services.
A practical and implementation-oriented activity is one of the strengths of
Finance-Force AG. All the staff bring a wealth of experience in leadership
positions in finance functions.
Benefit from our know-how.
Finance & Controlling
Recruitment
Corporate Finance
Board Services
Corporate Services

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Finance & Controlling
Providing best practices by implementing improved processes and systems in the F&C area
Core process optimisation
Rolling forecast implementations
Group policies
System evaluation & selections
Business controlling
Finance training
Organisation review
The successful management of finance and controlling related issues requires policies to be well structured, systems to be powerful and processes
efficient. Finance-Force AG supports your company in system evaluations and reviews of finance departments. Process analysis and improvement of
financial closings and controlling activities are specific strengths of this area and the team.
Example of services on offer:
o Alignment, review or establishment of group finance policies and KPIs
o Analysis and optimisation of finance processes e.g. close cycle and rolling forecasting
o System evaluations, selection support and bespoke tools for effective reporting of the business or for proving information to the management and board
o Business controlling support and analysis services e.g. sales controlling or operational analysis
o Training and coaching for finance and non-finance individuals in topics such as cost centre management, business partnering and understanding financial
statements/calculations
o Organisation review, talent assessment, outsourcing and centralisation support

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Recruitment
Sourcing and placement of permanent finance employees or consultants for interim missions
Finance headhunting
Establishing in Switzerland
Centralisation support
Interim staffing and consultants
International CFO searches
Finance organisation design
Assessments
The Partners of Finance-Force AG know exactly what is required when it comes to staffing a finance department. Whether it be CFOs, controllers or
accountants, our professional, detailed and bespoke service brings you the right talent, whether it is a full time position or for an interim mission.
Why Customers choose us:
o A proven track record of hiring CFOs, controllers and other finance professionals across various industries
o Experience in designing, recruiting and training global finance organisations
o A working understanding of the needs of Finance, encompassing current topics, common issues, systems and legal requirements
o Personal and technical assessments at various stages of the recruitment process on both the candidates and hiring team
o Consultants available for gap filling in-between replacements, interim assignments or peak time coverage
o Support in establishments and centralization which ensures clients have a single point of contact for the project e.g. establishing an office in Switzerland

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Corporate Finance
Specialised consulting covering areas such as M&A, treasury and expense reduction
Restructuring
M&A activities
Financing
Expense reduction
Treasury
Transfer pricing
The corporate finance division provides clients with specialized advice and support in execution of activities such as M&A, transfer pricing, restructuring
and refinancing. We offer our customers a long-standing and extensive experience in recovery. We are able to cover topics that go far beyond mere
balance sheet restructuring including short-term cost reductions, analysis of the sales organization with the appropriate measures, negotiations with
banks and reduction in staff numbers.
Example of services on offer:
o Advising on restructurings, including in-depth analysis of non-financial areas such as the sales organization or the production
o Comprehensive support for M&A transactions from the assessment (second opinion) until the conclusion of negotiations
o Assistance with financing (capital raising, credit extension, project finance)
o Optimisation of working capital and liquidity management
o Support for the analysis and reduction of overhead costs

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Board Services
Supporting members of boards in both strategic and operational issues
Appointment to board
Risk management
Financial training & coaching
Forecast qualifications
Sales pipeline management
Management dashboards
The role of the Board has changed dramatically in recent years. Financial professionals with an international background and network are more in
demand than ever. Finance-Force AG can propose appropriate persons for election to the Board or be generally available for them as support.
Areas of practice:
o Function as a local director for international companies that are domiciled in Switzerland
o Support for the implementation of risk management and control methods (ICS)
o Training and coaching in financial topics of current Board members and executive officers
o Support the assessment of the financial statements and forecasts
o Implementation of an efficient and effective information system for the Board and senior management

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Corporate Services
Outsourcing clients core finance aspects into Finance-Force AG, from bookkeeping through to audit management and financial filings
Bookkeeping
VAT & Tax management
Audit support (co-ordination with your group/local auditors)
Tailor made financial reports
Mapping of Swiss GAAP
The corporate services helps you run your business and supports Swiss entities of international companies by taking care of the administrative aspect
of finance. Our experience in local Swiss regulations as well as of international standards ensures accurate financial accounting and management
reporting.
The benefits:
o Financial management of local Swiss companies or international companies that are domiciled in Switzerland
o Support in managing the group audit process or in appointing local auditors (but not auditing of financials)
o Compliance of both indirect and direct taxation
o Mapping support to group chart of accounts and submission of results
o Experience in using global reporting and consolidation software's
o Multiple industry knowledge e.g. manufacturing, financial services, B2B
o International GAAP specialists covering IFRS and US GAAP

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Recent activities
Our client list spans from SME’s to large multinationals, across numerous industries and are based either in Switzerland or have international
headquarters. In all assignments undertaken, Finance-Force AG works with non-disclosures but specific references can be provided on request.
Some recent activities across our divisions
ü Reporting optimisation as part of a centralisation project for a global financial services firm
ü Design and setup of centralised finance operations in Germany including process review and transfer of duties
ü Implementation of a bespoke invoicing tool and close cycle process
ü Support in the selection of a financial accounting software for global legal firm
ü Implementation of group wide financial reporting/planning and business intelligence tool
ü Forecast accuracy improvements with implementation of sales pipeline process and bespoke tool
ü Interim CFO position carried out by placement of Partner
ü Review of controlling team as part of re-organisation project
ü Executive search for Group CFO
ü Supply chain recruitment for establishing client in Switzerland (recruitment of non-finance role due to trust with client)
ü Group Controller search
ü Placement of a Controller specialising in management information systems
ü Specialist search for Group Holding Accountant
ü Restructuring of SME business
ü Forecast qualification and support in bank negotiations for refinancing
ü Overhead analysis and cost reduction programme
ü Appointment as board members
ü Implementation of internal control system and risk management policy
ü Forecast and strategy qualification for SME
ü CEO coaching
ü Employee talent development coaching
ü Financial accounting and reporting of several Swiss companies
ü Legal establishment of Swiss company
Benefit from our know-how.

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Finance-Force AG
Seestrasse 7
6330 Cham
Switzerland
info@finance-force.ch
www.finance-force.ch