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Making finance understandable and actionable — practical for SMEs

The training partner for your finance department. We help you get it into shape!

CoFit Consulting is a practical management consultancy that supports small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Central Europe in organising their finances, liquidity and management clearly and effectively. With over 20 years of experience in finance and controlling, we focus on solutions that really work – not just sound good.

Precisely targeted solutions

We develop THE solution for YOUR specific challenge!

New perspectives

We open up new perspectives so that you can master your challenge!

Who are we?

CoFit Consulting combines top-class financial expertise with pragmatic solutions – especially for SMEs. Our founder, Manfred Schranzer, has over 20 years of management experience in finance and controlling, including at AT&S and Wienerberger.
We combine Chinese speed with Austrian precision!

Competitive pressure in China is much higher than in Europe.
Whereas few market participants operate in this country, twenty or more companies often compete there.
The result is a culture in which speed, efficiency and consistent implementation determine success or failure.

Europe must adapt to this dynamic – otherwise it will lose competitiveness in the long term.

Manfred Schranzer

- CEO @ CoFiT Consulting GmbH

Our mission – clarity instead of complexity

After more than 20 years in finance and controlling, I have seen how often companies fail because they overcomplicated simple matters.
This is precisely where we come in – with clear solutions instead of unnecessary complexity. This is where our mission comes from:
We support companies in making their financial management simple, understandable and effective.
In doing so, we consistently adhere to the KISS principle – Keep It Simple & Smart:

  • Focus on the essentials: no overloaded models, no unnecessary reports – just the key figures that enable decisions to be made.
  • Clear structures instead of complexity: processes and reports must be understandable – not requiring explanation.
  • Practice before theory: concepts are only good if they work in everyday life and are actually used by management.
  • Rapid implementation: We prefer solutions that have an immediate effect rather than long-term concept papers.

Customised solutions at fair prices

We don't just advise! We solve your challenges!

Your challenges are as unique as your company! That's why we work with you individually to develop solutions for your challenges! Perfectly tailored to you and your needs! Based on many years of experience!

About our services

CoFit Consulting GmbH

Why us?

First-class support

With us, you are not just one project among many – you have a direct contact person from the initial analysis to implementation.

High level of expertise

You are working with someone who knows their craft. More than 20 years of professional experience guarantee excellent solutions!

Fair prices

Our services are cheaper than those of large consultancies – they are also more transparent and can be billed flexibly.

Practical implementation

We don't leave behind a sea of PowerPoint presentations, but practical solutions that your employees can continue to use!

Entrepreneurial language

No consultant talk – clear, direct communication and actionable guidance.

Tailor-made approaches

You will receive a customised solution tailored to your specific problem.

What are our strengths?

Our core competencies

With over 20 years of international management experience in finance and leadership positions, we possess the following core competencies:

Finance and Controlling
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Manfred Schranzer

Curriculum vitae

25+ years of financial and management expertise in renowned medium-sized and listed companies

IPO preparation

Austria

  • Preparation of business plans for UKO Mikroshops AG
  • Preparation of business plans for ReGuest AG

Various consulting projects

Austria & China

  • Supply chain strategy development and optimisation
  • Spin-off reporting optimisation

2018-2023 CFO Business Unit Mobile Devices & Substrates

AT & S (China) Co., Ltd

Responsibility for results and business partner of BU management (CEO, CSO and COO), various executive functions
  • Revenue increase from EUR 776 million in 2018/19 to EUR 1.5 billion in 2022/23
  • EBITDA increase from EUR 193 million in 2018/19 to EUR 400 million in 2022/23
  • Management of expansion projects in China and Malaysia
    (investment volume EUR 3.6 billion)
  • Development of performance management systems and profitability analyses
  • Responsible for finance, treasury, controlling, tax and legal affairs (110 employees)
  • Head of IT until integration in 2021
  • Development and implementation of the BU strategy

2015-2018 Director Group Finance & Controlling

AT & S Austria Technologie & Systemtechnik Aktiengesellschaft

Head of Group Treasury, Group Controlling, Group Tax, Group Risk Management and Austrian Accounting (25 employees), procuration.
  • Development and implementation of a group-wide financial strategy
    (volume EUR 900 million), including hybrid bond (€175 million)
  • Introduction of a debt recovery programme with a 70% reduction in working capital
    (EUR 80 million)
  • Optimisation of reporting, controlling tools and IFRS standards
  • Establishment of risk and compliance systems
  • Core member of the group strategy team

2007-2014 Head of Controlling and Finance

Semmelrock International GmbH (wholly owned subsidiary of Wienerberger AG)

Head of Controlling, Consolidation, Tax Management, Treasury and
Accounting in 8 countries (30 employees), supervisory board member in affiliated companies

  • Introduction of automated sales controlling for strategic sales management
  • Strategic cost optimisation through the introduction of automated benchmarking
  • Successful SAP rollouts in 3 countries
  • Several successful M&A transactions

2006–2007 Head of Group Accounting

Wienerberger AG

Head of the Group Accounting and Consolidation Department, Investment Controlling, Member of the Supervisory Board in affiliated companies

  • Introduction of a new consolidation system (SAP-SEM)
  • Introduction of a new risk management system
  • Financial due diligence for multiple acquisitions
  • Analysis and implementation of new IFRS

1999–2007 Finance and Controlling roles

MIBA AG (1999-2004), Wienerberger AG (2004-2006)

Coporate controller for several countries, external reporting

  • Introduction to IFRS
  • SAP implementation (super key user FI)
  • Tax optimisation
  • Consolidated financial statements in accordance with the Austrian Commercial Code (UGB) and IFRS

Chairman of the Supervisory Board

Slovenia, Croatia

  • Wienerberger Opekarna Ormož d.o.o (2005-2009)
  • Opekarna Pragersko d.o.o (2005-2009)
  • Wienerberger Illovac d.o.o (2005-2009)
  • Wienerberger Cetera d.d. (2005-2009)

Supervisory Board member

Czechia, Korea, India, China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Japan,

  • Semmelrock Stein + Design Dlazby a.s. (2008-2014)
  • AT&S Korea Co., Ltd (2015-2018)
  • AT&S (India) Private Limited (2015-2018)
  • AT&S (China) Company Ltd. (2015-2018)
  • AT&S (Chongqing) Company Ltd. (2015-2024)
  • AT&S Asia Pacific Limited (2015-2024)
  • AT&S (Taiwan) Co., Ltd. (2015-2024)
  • AT&S (Japan) K.K. (2015-2024)

Frequently asked questions

Would you like more information?

Here you will find answers to frequently asked questions:
1. General questions about counselling
What exactly does CoFit Consulting do?

CoFit Consulting supports SMEs in sustainably improving their organisation, processes and financial results.
We offer strategy development, organisational development, efficiency improvement, and part-time (fractional) and interim CFO services – practical, measurable, and tailored to the needs of each client.

Our services are primarily aimed at:

  • SMEs that want to professionalise their efficiency and processes
  • Start-ups preparing for scaling or investor rounds
  • Companies that experience unplanned staff shortages
  • Investors who require due diligence checks or additional resources.

Whether you have 10 or 1,000 employees, we tailor our solutions to your size and industry.

There are five reasons for seeking external expertise:

  1. Time savings: You can concentrate on your core business while we tackle your challenges.
  2. Expertise: We bring years of experience to the table – and know the typical pitfalls you can avoid.
  3. Objectivity: As external consultants, we identify issues that are often overlooked internally.
  4. Lack of resources: Companies are lean and do not have the necessary spare capacity.
  5. Cost efficiency: Our solutions are more affordable than permanent employment – and deliver results faster.

Yes – we offer a no-obligation initial consultation to discuss your company, your goals and possible approaches.
You will receive initial assessments and possible suggestions for measures without any obligations.

Yes. We support companies in challenging situations as well as in phases of growth.
We see restructuring not only as a measure for recovery, but as a holistic realignment of strategy, organisation, processes and finances.

Our focus is on creating transparency, regaining the ability to act and implementing sustainable solutions – pragmatically, effectively and always with an eye on liquidity and future viability.

The earlier we are involved, the greater the strategic scope for action.
The success of a turnaround is determined early on – speed and decisive action are the basis for this.

What does a typical consultation at CoFit Consulting involve?

There is no such thing as a typical consulting project. However, we have a very successful process with six clear steps:

  1. Free initial consultation (30–60 minutes): We understand your challenges and goals.
  2. Analysis phase (1–2 weeks): Data collection, identification of weaknesses (e.g. cash flow, reporting).
  3. Project order creation/kick-off: Setting up the project with definition of objectives, schedules, work packages and milestones to be achieved.
  4. Proposed solution: Tailored strategy with concrete measures (e.g. new KPIs, process optimisation).
  5. Implementation together with the customer: We support you during implementation – dual project management or as a sparring partner.

  6. Sustainable anchoring (e.g. KPIs, processes, responsibilities)

Measuring success: Regular reviews to assess the impact (e.g. cost reduction, higher liquidity).
Transparency: You receive clear milestones and always know what happens next.
We work pragmatically, solution-oriented, and always with a focus on fast, visible results.

That depends on the scope of the project and the complexity of your challenge. An assessment can be made after an initial consultation.

Our prices are transparent flat rates or daily rates – with no hidden costs.

A clear strategy:

  • Creates focus and priorities

  • Strengthens growth and competitiveness

  • Improves predictability

  • Ensures that resources are used optimally

We work with you to develop strategies that not only sound good, but are also operationally feasible.

We help companies design their structures, roles and processes in such a way that they can work efficiently. This includes:

  • Process analysis and optimisation

  • Establishment of a clear structure that ensures the implementation of your strategy

  • Optimisation of management and communication channels

  • Introduction of modern management practices and KPIs

The goal is to create an efficient, scalable organisation that supports growth.

We analyse existing processes and identify short-term and long-term potential:

The result: higher output, lower costs – without major investment.

A part-time or interim CFO is particularly worthwhile if:

  • Short-term financial or management expertise is required

  • A company wants to grow rapidly

  • A very large project requires strong general or specific financial expertise (e.g. M&A, PMI)

  • A reorganisation, financing or restructuring is pending

  • Lack of expertise in controlling, reporting or cash flow management

You receive immediate expertise without long-term fixed costs or lengthy training periods.

What specific results can I expect?

Specific targets regarding the expected results can only be set reliably after an initial analysis.

Yes! Here are two examples (anonymised):

  1. Manufacturing company:
    • Challenge: Optimisation of the net debt/EBITDA ratio.
    • Solution: Working capital optimisation.
    • Result: €70 million WC reduction in 6 months.
  2. SME (initial public offering):
    • Challenge: Draw up a business case
    • Solution: Preparation of a business case
    • Result: Successful IPO.

We would be happy to explain our specific approach in a personal meeting.

How do we communicate during the consultation?

We work in an agile and transparent manner:

  • We are on-site as much as possible – personal contact with our customers is very important to us.
  • Weekly updates or progress meetings (by email/call).
  • Personal contact: You will be in direct contact with me (Manfred Schranzer) – no anonymous project managers.
  • Flexibility: We adapt to your preferences (e.g. Slack, Teams, or traditional emails).

Data security is our top priority:

  • Confidentiality: All data is subject to the GDPR and is stored accordingly.
  • Access: Only us – no disclosure to third parties.

Deletion: Once the project has been completed, we delete all data unless there are legal obligations to retain it.

Do you also provide support for initial public offerings?

Yes! We can provide partial support to companies. However, we work together with a highly renowned financial group that acts as lead manager and capital market coach.

Our USP: We combine financial expertise with pragmatic feasibility – no theoretical PowerPoint presentations, but practical solutions that convince banks and investors.

We support you in three steps:

  1. Analyse your financial requirements: How much capital do you need?
  2. Review financing options: All internal (e.g. working capital) and external (e.g. credit, equity) options are reviewed.
  3. Implementation: Creation of pitch decks, financial models and due diligence documents.
How can you improve our reporting?

We optimise your reporting in three stages:

  1. Analyse business model – define KPIs: Only control-relevant key figures (e.g. WC, Capex, EBITDA margin).
  2. Create data model Clean up data sources: No more Excel chaos – clear data flows. ‘One set of truth’.
  3. Automation: Tools such as Power BI or Excel templates that are updated monthly with a single click.

Yes, we offer two models:

  1. Interim controlling: We temporarily take over your finance department (e.g. for 6 months).
  2. Partial controlling: Support with specific tasks (e.g. forecasting).

Flexibility: You decide how much support you need – from a one-off analysis to ongoing support.

What sets you apart from other large consultancies?

Five key differences:

  1. Personal support: With us, you work directly with me – no junior consultants.
  2. Pragmatism: We deliver actionable solutions, not 100-page PowerPoint presentations.
  3. Cost efficiency: Our prices are 30–50% lower than those of large consulting firms.
  4. Speed: No months of analysis – we get started within a week.
  5. Sustainability: We don’t leave you with a black box, but with trained employees and clear processes.
How can I arrange an initial consultation?

It’s quite simple:

  1. Fill out the contact form on our website or
  2. Send an email to office@cofitconsult.com, or
  3. Call directly: +43 699 172 22 427 or +86 130 3213 0560

What you can expect: Within 48 hours, you will receive an appointment for a free initial consultation, during which we will discuss your challenges.

Are you ready to get your business in shape?

Arrange a free initial consultation – in 30-60 minutes, we will clarify how you can optimise your finances.

Make an appointment now
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