Wolfgang Amann

Q: Where is Wolfgang based?

Wolfgang is based in Cham, Switzerland and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Wolfgang speak?

Wolfgang speaks the following languages: German (Advanced), English (Advanced), Hungarian (Elementary) .

Q: How many years of experience does Wolfgang have?

Wolfgang has at least 35 years of experience. During this time, Wolfgang has worked in at least 13 different roles and for 13 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 8 months . Note that Wolfgang may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Wolfgang's latest experience?

Wolfgang's most recent position is CFO at GAMA AG Photovoltaik .

Q: What companies has Wolfgang worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Wolfgang has worked for GAMA AG Photovoltaik , REVO Hospitality GmbH , and Wolfgang Amann Interim Management .

Q: Which industries is Wolfgang most experienced in?

Wolfgang is most experienced in industries like Banking and Finance , Energy , and Telecommunication . Wolfgang also has some experience in Manufacturing , Transportation , and Tourism .

Q: Which business areas is Wolfgang most experienced in?

Wolfgang is most experienced in business areas like Finance , Operations , and Strategy . Wolfgang also has some experience in Accounting , Procurement , and Sales .

Q: Which industries has Wolfgang worked in recently?

Wolfgang has recently worked in industries like Energy , Banking and Finance , and Telecommunication .

Q: Which business areas has Wolfgang worked in recently?

Wolfgang has recently worked in business areas like Finance , Operations , and Strategy .

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Cham, Switzerland

Experience

Sep 2024 - Dec 2024

4 months

Switzerland

CFO

GAMA AG Photovoltaik

Responsible for establishing a state-of-the-art finance organization
Finance and budget management
Supplier management
Project controlling, month-end activities

Mar 2024 - Present

2 years 1 month

Berlin, Germany

Interim CFO

REVO Hospitality GmbH

Responsible for establishing a state-of-the-art finance organization in Switzerland
Finance and budget management
Supplier management
Project controlling, month-end activities

Jan 2020 - Jan 2021

1 year 1 month

Zürich, Switzerland

Co-Founder and CFO

adamant lane AG

Developed financial organization and set financial strategy
Raised funds through various financial instruments and managed investor relations
Financial and budget management
Developed and implemented business models and planning tools
Project controlling
Ensured preparation of monthly financial statements and year-end closing work
Managed all financial accounting work

Jul 2012 - Present

13 years 9 months

Interim Manager

Wolfgang Amann Interim Management

In various industries: Banking, Financial Services, Factoring, Private Equity, Energy, Telecommunications, Insurance, Rail Transport Technology, Construction, Software Development, Food, Refractory Products
Worked with leading private and public-sector clients: Imtech Deutschland, Bombardier Transportation, Telefónica, RHI AG, Landesbank Baden-Württemberg, Südfactoring, Stadtwerke Neumünster Beteiligung GmbH, fidis GmbH, Atradius Kreditversicherung, Metro AG, Ruvercap AG, Raiffeisen Bank, Black Horse Fas doo, Enovos Energy Deutschland, ECE Group Services
Achieved working capital improvement of approximately €100 million on €1.3 billion revenue within 6 months
Led change management in global debt collection, reducing accounts receivable balance by 40%
Real estate consultancy: reduced rental agreement costs for Telekom assets in Germany
Successfully negotiated financing round to avoid bankruptcy
Successfully implemented SAP Factoring software within a leading Swiss public banking group

Jul 2011 - Jul 2012

1 year 1 month

Sales Director Factoring

Svea Finans AG / Adelta Finanz AG

Market introduction of single-invoice factoring
Development of new factoring product within automotive sector

Sep 2009 - Jun 2011

1 year 10 months

Managing Director

GEFF AG

P&L ownership of around CHF 30 Mio; growth in 2010/2011 > 300 %
Successful turnaround with positive year-end margin within 1.5 years

May 2001 - Sep 2009

8 years 5 months

Proxyholder / Leading function in diverse units

General Electric Company

Finance Manager Middle East / Turkey with P&L ownership USD 120 Mio per year
Credit & risk manager EMEA / Japan / South America; organized cash management > 2 Mrd revenue
Reorganisation and decentralization of credit & collection team with improvements in all KPIs (award winner)
Proxyholder for GmbH Freiburg and GmbH Wien (200+ FTE)
Implementation of finance organisation MEA in Dubai / Riyadh
Factoring leader Germany for working capital solutions with P&L ownership > €500 Mio revenue

Oct 2000 - May 2001

8 months

Operations Director

Johnson Controls Facility Management

Led and coached regional facility teams in Germany
Gatekeeper for quality
P&L ownership

Jan 1999 - Oct 2000

1 year 10 months

Credit & Risk Manager and Procurement Manager for the Central Europe Region

Dell Computer

Leader for leasing business unit Dell Financial Services
Reorganisation of cash team Central Europe; multiple award winner for cash performance
Established and led procurement – digital NO PO NO Pay policy

Jan 1996 - Jan 1999

3 years 1 month

Credit & Risk Manager Germany

TIP Trailer Rental a GE Company

Responsible for €25 Mio AR balance
Developed and implemented automated scoring system for credit check and compliance
Responsible for 12 branches in Germany
Interim development of sales team leader (8 FTE)

Apr 1994 - Jan 1999

4 years 10 months

Specialist for default credit engagements

Mercedes Benz Lease Finance

Jul 1992 - Apr 1994

1 year 10 months

Sales Manager for credit insurance contracts

General Credit Insurance

Jan 1991 - Jul 1992

1 year 7 months

HR Team

Saving Bank Stockach

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Banking and Finance, Energy, Telecommunication, Manufacturing, Transportation, and Tourism.

Banking and Finance

Energy

Telecommunication

Manufacturing

Transportation

Tourism

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Finance, Operations, Strategy, Accounting, Procurement, and Sales.

Finance

Operations

Strategy

Accounting

Procurement

Sales

Skills

Start Up
General Management
Cfo
Working Capital Projects
Credit, Risk And Cash Management
Financial Due Diligence
Key Account Management
Restructuring
Risk Management
Change Management
Project Management

Languages

German

Advanced

English

Advanced

Hungarian

Elementary

Education

Oct 1986 - Jun 1991

College in Pforzheim

Diploma in Business Administration, specializing in tax and auditing · Pforzheim, Germany

Oct 1984 - Jun 1986

Technical secondary school

graduation from technical college, specializing in technology · Budapest, Hungary

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 13

Experience in Banking and Finance 23 y

Avg length 3 y 2 m

Longest experience 13 y 8 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 2 (Switzerland, Germany)

Primary country Switzerland

Expertise

Recent roles CFO, Interim CFO, Co-Founder and CFO

Main industries Banking and Finance, Energy, Telecommunication

Main business areas Finance, Operations, Strategy

Qualifications

Highest degree Bachelor

Profile

Created

December 2025

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Wolfgang based?

Wolfgang is based in Cham, Switzerland and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Wolfgang speak?

Wolfgang speaks the following languages: German (Advanced), English (Advanced), Hungarian (Elementary).

How many years of experience does Wolfgang have?

Wolfgang has at least 35 years of experience. During this time, Wolfgang has worked in at least 13 different roles and for 13 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 8 months. Note that Wolfgang may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Wolfgang be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Wolfgang would be well-suited for roles such as: CFO, Interim CFO, Co-Founder and CFO.

What is Wolfgang's latest experience?

Wolfgang's most recent position is CFO at GAMA AG Photovoltaik.

What companies has Wolfgang worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Wolfgang has worked for GAMA AG Photovoltaik, REVO Hospitality GmbH, and Wolfgang Amann Interim Management.

Which industries is Wolfgang most experienced in?

Wolfgang is most experienced in industries like Banking and Finance, Energy, and Telecommunication. Wolfgang also has some experience in Manufacturing, Transportation, and Tourism.

Which business areas is Wolfgang most experienced in?

Wolfgang is most experienced in business areas like Finance, Operations, and Strategy. Wolfgang also has some experience in Accounting, Procurement, and Sales.

Which industries has Wolfgang worked in recently?

Wolfgang has recently worked in industries like Energy, Banking and Finance, and Telecommunication.

Which business areas has Wolfgang worked in recently?

Wolfgang has recently worked in business areas like Finance, Operations, and Strategy.

What is Wolfgang's education?

Wolfgang holds a Bachelor from College in Pforzheim.

What is the availability of Wolfgang?

Wolfgang is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Wolfgang?

Wolfgang's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.